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voice of the last bell he had cast came floating from the church 
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THE 

BELL FOUNDRY 


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CONTENTS 


Chapter 

I. Gerold Accepts an Invitation 

Page- 

. . 7 

II. 

The Bell Foundry . . 

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22 

III. 

An Encounter with Hans . 

. 

36 

IV. 

A Messenger from Rome . 

. 

48 

V. 

Gerold Arrives Too Late to 
NESS A Tragedy .... 

Wit- 

56 

VI. 

Gatterer Shows His Appreciation 
of His New Employee .... 

67 

VII. 

Gerold Receives Some Rough Hand- 
ling 

81 

VIII. 

Gatterer Pays a Visit to 
Priory ....... 

the 

90 

IX. 

Camilla is Left an Orphan . 

. 

99 

X. 

The Two Chains .... 


108 

XI. 

Gerold Acts as Interpreter . 

• 

118 

XII. 

Gatterer Makes a Few Arrange- 
ments 

124 

XIII. 

Elizabeth Becomes Curious 

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133 

XIV. 

Gerold Meets with a Surprise 

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142 

XV. 

The Mystery of the Foundry 

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151 

XVI. 

The Execution of the Robbers 


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THE BELL FOUNDRY 


CHAPTEE I 

GEROLD ACCEPTS AN INVITATION 

In the afternoon of a June day in the 
year of Our Lord 1622, a fresh, vigorous 
young man entered the Black Bear Inn at 
Hall, a noted bathing resort close to the 
city of Inn. His eyes, which were blue, 
had an open, honest expression. His 
countenance was handsome and the features 
regular and well molded. The head was 
covered with a heavy growth of light brown 
hair and a mustache added completeness 
to his look of manly courage and intel- 
ligence. 

With a courteous God bless you all,^^ 
the stranger entered the reception-room and 

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8 Gerold Accepts An Invitation 

modestly sought a place near the window 
where he laid aside his pack and placed a 
knotted walking-stick across the bench on 
which he seated himself. 

measure of your best red/^ was his 
order to the host, a short little man with a 
rotundity that gave evidence of a good ap- 
petite and generous living. 

At another table sat three or four guests. 
They may have been honest residents of the 
town. The young man scanned them 
hastily. His interest was aroused by a 
broad-shouldered man who sat directly op- 
posite. There was something unusual in 
his browned countenance which was nearly 
covered with a heavy, black beard. It wore 
an expression of unalterable determination 
and daring. At one time the eyes would as- 
sume a look of gentleness and at another 
they would flash like glowing coals. 

^^May God bless it for you,^^ said the 
host, as he placed the wine measure in front 
of his guest, who immediately raised it to 


Gerold Accepts An Invitation 9 

his lips and took a long swallow of the con- 
tents. 

You have traveled a long distance to- 
day inquired the host curiously. 

From Innsbruck/’ was the reply. I 
really came from the South, where I worked 
in Venice, but I am now on my way to 
Bavaria, my home.” 

Yes ! ” exclaimed the landlord, nodding 
his head contentedly. ^^And what do you 
work at, may I ask ? ” 

The young man laughed roguishly, and 
said, will give you a riddle to solve 
which will make known my business. There 
is a dough that no one eats — it is baptized 
and yet is not a Christian, it never thinks 
of stealing and yet is hung. Now, Mr. 
Landlord, what is it?” 

The latter put the wet index finger of 
his right hand against his glowing red nose 
to invoke his wits for the solution of the 
puzzle. have it,” he cried in exulta- 
tion, ^^the dough is molten metal and what 


10 Gerold Accepts An Invitation 

is baptized and hung is the bell. There- 
fore yon are a bell founder.^^ 

Correct/^ replied the stranger, clapping 
his hands approvingly. 

The broad-shonldered guest who had at- 
tracted the young traveler’s attention was 
at his side in an instant. 

God bless the business/’ he ejaculated, 
as he offered his large, heavy hand to the 
stranger. I belong to the craft, too.” 

The young man gazed at the speaker, 
somewhat surprised, but answered the greet- 
ing by word and handshake. 

Have you never heard of our brave, skil- 
ful founder, young man?” inquired the 
landlord, as he pointed backward with his 
thumb to the newcomer, calling him by 
name. 

^^Why, certainly,” exclaimed the young 
man, as his countenance beamed with pleas- 
ure. ^^Your name, sir, sounds as well as 
your bells, which are heard through the 
length and breadth of Tyrol.” 


Gerold Accepts An Invitation 11 

This was no flattery. John Gatterer was 
a famous master in the art of bell founding 
and his praise was sounded by many brazen 
tongues from the towers of Tyrol. 

Gatterer grinned. Then he let his eyes 
flash fully upon the young fellow work- 
man. 

What is your name, if a question is per- 
missible?^’ inquired Gatterer, without re- 
moving his eyes. 

Call me Gerold Eoemer.” 

^^You are from Bavaria,” continued Gat- 
terer, ^^as I have heard you say, and you 
are returning home. Now, listen, don’t you 
want to take a luck at the foundry on your 
way home? You will like it there, and if 
so, you can become my partner. I need a 
good one. iV/here did you work last?” 

Gerold mentioned the names of several 
German and Italian bell-founders and the 
explanation made a favorable impression. 

Now what do you think of my pro- 
posal, partner ? ” urged Gatterer. 


12 Gerold Accepts An Invitation 

Gerold shrugged his shoulders, undecided. 
He felt flattered by the invitation of the 
famous mechanic, but his feelings were 
checked by other thoughts. 

^^It would be an honor for me, master,^^ 
replied Gerold, gazing openly into the oth- 
er's face; ^^but I have a dear little old 
mother at home whom I have not seen for 
many years; and with old people — you 
know, yourself, master — 

Yes, yes. I understand you,^^ inter- 
rupted Gatterer; ^^old people sometimes go 
quickly, you wanted to say. Now, your 
mother is not dead yet and she will live 
a while longer. You can put in a couple 
of hours with me. We will be at the foun- 
dry in an hour. You can examine the 
situation carefully and if you don^t want 
to remain, then, in God’s name, you will 
know in the morning what road to take on 
your homeward journey. You can certainly 
sleep one night under my roof.” 

Gatterer had spoken in such insinuating 


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tones that Gerold Eoemer, after brief con- 
sideration, promised to visit the foundry. 
This was a short hour’s walk from the city 
and Gatterer described the road. 

Unfortunately/’ he said, I am unable 
to accompany you. I have several matters 
to attend to here in the city and won’t be 
able to get home before evening. But, you 
can take my greetings to my wife.” 

Gerold expressed his thanks for the com- 
pliment. 

And now take your glass and sit with us. 
There is more to talk about with these 
worthy citizens, and you may tell us of your 
wonderings and sojourn in the South and 
elsewhere.” 

Eoemer immediately acted on the sugges- 
tion and took a seat beside Gatterer with 
the other guests who had listened carefully 
to the conversation between the two. The 
news of the day and Gerold’s wanderings 
called forth unrestrained gossip in which all 
took part. Gerold had a good account to 


14 Gerold Accepts An Invitation 

give of everything; he was a fluent talker 
and a good story-teller. This, added to his 
pleasant manner and prepossessing appear- 
ance, caused him to grow in favor with his 
listeners and especially with Gatterer, who 
determined to prevent him from carrying 
out his plan to return to Bavaria. 

The time passed rapidly. Gerold took 
out a leather pocketbook from which he re- 
moved a coin which he placed on the table 
to pay for the refreshments. This Gatterer 
would not permit. ^^No, you wonT,^^ he 
exclaimed, ^^You are my guest and fellow- 
craftsman. Do me the favor to let me at- 
tend to the reckoning.^^ 

^^God be praised," said Eoemer, putting 
back the coin. He then emptied his glass 
to his host’s health, to their honorable call- 
ing and to the prosperity of the city. Then 
rising from his seat he bade adieu to all 
and took his departure. 

Till to-night at the foundry ! " shouted 
Gatterer after the departing guest. ^^You 


Gerold Accepts An Invitation 15 

cannot possibly miss the road/^ Then Ger- 
old moved on. 

Soon the grey old city with its turreted 
walls lay behind him. He crossed the 
wooden bridge of Inn. In front rolled hills 
covered with timber known as the middle 
range of moTintains. To the left rose the 
high peak of the Salzberg mountain; to the 
right lay Gilfertsberg, shimmering in the 
sunshine. The sun was at its zenith and 
the trees, which covered the beautiful valley, 
gave forth a fragrant odor. 

Gerold’s face was covered with perspira- 
tion, he was, therefore, pleased when he 
reached the high ground that stretches from 
Hall to the middle range. Over and 
through this territory extends the highway, 
which then presented a very animated ap- 
pearance. Goods were being transported 
from Italy to Germany through the Tyrol. 
These were carried by ox teams across the 
bridge, and some taken by water from Hall, 
others went by way of Innsbruck to Augs- 


16 Gerold Accepts An Invitation 

burg and still others were conveyed to 
Munich, in Bavaria. Traffic and travel at 
this time was exceedingly brisk. A sumpter 
train heavily laden approached Gerold. The 
drivers were armed to the teeth, for at that 
time the region in the vicinity of Hall, like 
many other districts of Germany, did not 
enjoy a very enviable reputation. The 
Thirty Years’ War had spread terror every- 
where and had let loose packs of human 
wolves that respected neither life nor prop- 
erty. Highwaymen, discharged soldiers or 
deserters turned their weapons against 
peaceable citizens and peasants, robbing trav- 
elers on the highways and carrying off the 
wares they were conveying. 

The drivers and servants were again out 
of Gerold’s sight and on he went, alone. 
The heat was now succeeded by a cooling 
breeze, which the traveler allowed to fan 
his perspiring brow, by removing his cap. 
It seemed to him that he had been an hour 
on the road already, but there was yet no 


Gerold Accepts An Invitation* 17 

sign of human habitation, or of the foundry 
which Gatterer had described. 

Confound it ! he exclaimed. Can I 
have lost my way ? ” He gazed around 
thoughtfully. Before me is the road and 
nothing but timber on every side.’^ He 
looked to the west, and in the sky, like a 
crouching beast making ready for a spring, 
he discovered a huge, grey cloud and realized 
that a terrible storm was impending. 

Praised be Jesus Christ suddenly ex- 
claimed some one at his heels. 

A man in peasant’s garb stood by him. 

^^For ever and ever. Amen,” replied 
Gerold in accordance with the custom of 
Catholic countries in those days. 

Where are you going?” inquired the 
peasant. 

To the bell foundry,” answered Gerold. 

But I fear I am not on the right road.” 

Come with me a bit,” replied the old 
man. will show you the way.” Gerold 
readily assented. 


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are going to have a storm,” con- 
tinued the peasant, before we can say 
twenty Pater Nosters '' as he looked towards 
the west. The wind blows from Bavaria. 
Last year our master gazed towards Bavaria 
on Easter day and the worst storms come 
from the direction in which he looks, the 
following year.” 

A martin jumped out of a thicket to their 
left. Look, there is a poor soul,” ex- 
claimed the old man loquaciously. He 
has evidently been here some time. This is 
a dreadful place. I dare not remain long 
with you for the fiery sprite is out to-night. 
He is the worst of the bad spirits. If one 
of them approaches you, young man, make 
the sign of the cross on yourself quickly 
and say a prayer. Then the devil will 
scamper off to join his companions.” 

The old man, trembling with fear of the 
hobgoblin of the locality, made the sign of 
the cross on himself three times; for the 
blood-red martin is the most alarming and 


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prayer-provoking sprite known in the moun- 
tains or valleys of the Tyrol. A rumbling 
sound was heard in the west. There the 
cloud-monster had become ink-black. The 
wind blew fiercely and lifted the dust from 
the road in blinding volume. 

^^We are going to have a rough time/^ 
suggested Gerold. Have we far to go ? 

good hour^s walk,” replied the peas- 
ant. But not far from here is a hazel tree 
and I will take shelter there till the storm 
blows over. It is easy to see that the witches 
have caused the storm; the wind shows that. 
But no lightning can strike the hazel tree 
for it has been specially consecrated since 
the Mother of God stood under one, when 
here in our country, to seek shelter from a 
storm.” 

A dark pine tree was now in sight. Cov- 
ered with moss it quaked under the raging 
storm and its plaintive groaning resounded 
through the forest. 

The peasant halted and pointed to a 


20 Gerald Accepts An Invitation 

track, over which wheels had passed, that 
led directly into the woods. 

Follow that track,’’ counselled the old 
man, and you will soon reach the foundry, 
God protect you.” 

God grant it,” replied Gerold, as he 
bent his steps through the brushwood. 

The road he had taken led him deeper 
into the forest. As night began to fall a 
strange feeling took possession of the trav- 
eler. It was not fear, to which he was a 
stranger, but a peculiar, uncomfortable sen- 
sation which he had never before experi- 
enced. 

Suddenly a flash of lightning lit up the 
awful darkness and was followed by a deaf- 
ening peal of thunder which seemed to 
shake heaven and earth. The storm-giant 
was seeking to shake loose his chains. Bain 
poured down from the dark, swollen clouds, 
the storm howled through the forest; one 
flash of lightning succeeded another, clash 
followed clash of thunder until the earth 


Gerold Accepts An Invitation 21 

seemed to heave and the surrounding moun- 
tains were shaken to their foundations. 

Gerold could not remember having been 
in such a storm before, still he did not wish 
to seek shelter beneath the trees for he 
hoped soon to reach the foundry. 

Another blinding lightning flash that lit 
up the surroundings and Gerold beheld with 
joy the sough t-f or haven of rest. It was a 
medium sized building which revealed to the 
experienced eye the purpose for which it 
was constructed. It was only a few hundred 
paces distant from the forest, the gloom of 
which intensified the silent darkness of 
Gatterer’s foundry and so shrouded the 
clearing that it inspired the traveler with 
awe and increased his feeling of unrest. 


CHAPTEE II 


THE BELL FOUNDRY 

As Gerold Eoemer entered the house he 
saw two women kneeling in prayer before a 
crucifix attached to the wall. A tallow 
candle sizzled on the table. The roar of the 
storm drowned the voices of the women who 
prayed aloud so that the stranger’s presence 
passed unnoticed till one of the women by 
accident, or attracted by a slight noise, 
lifted her face from her hands and glanced 
behind her. She was a young girl of about 
eighteen. With a rapid movement and a 
slight exclamation of surprise she averted 
her face and it seemed to the young man 
that she whispered to her companion : 

Mother, there is a strange man in the 
room.” 


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The latter would not be interrupted and 
completed her devotions, then the two 
women rose from their knees. 

God bless you, virtuous and honest 
woman, and your devout occupation,’^ began 
Gerold, and then explained the reasons for 
his presence. The mother bade him wel- 
come, for she was a kind-hearted woman 
who delighted in showing her hospitality to 
visitors. 

Elizabeth,” she instructed the daughter, 
bring some wine and whatever else is needed 
for the refreshment of your father’s guest. 
You are wet through,” she said to Gerold, 
and need some dry clothes.” 

Thank God, landlady,” was the quick 
reply of the visitor ; don’t put yourself to 
any extra trouble. I have fared pretty 
well in getting here and have not been wet 
very long. Besides, I have clean linen and 
other clothes in my bundle.” 

Give me your bundle,” replied the 
woman, and I will stow it away till you 


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The Bell Foundry 


are ready to go. To-morrow morning will 
be soon enough for that.^^ 

She caught up Gerold^s pack and took it to 
an adjoining room, returning immediately. 
Elizabeth appeared with a jug of wine, some 
bread and cheese and smoked meat to which 
Gerold helped himself without being urged. 
Seated at the table he ate and drank with 
an excellent appetite, due principally to the 
pleasant chatter of the hospitable landlady. 
The latter knew how to ask many questions 
concerning Gerold^s home, his parents, his 
travels, and his good and ill luck in the 
South, the Tyrol and elsewhere. To all 
these questions the young Bavarian replied 
in an interesting manner and in the best of 
humor, so that his listeners soon forgot all 
about the storm that raged out of doors. 
Even the- elderly maid servant, who had 
previously joined in prayer and was now 
crouched near the warm fire with her head 
sunk between her hands and shoulders, fre- 
quently forgot her sign of the • cross as a 


The Bell Foundry 25 

protection against the thunder and light- 
ning. 

^^Are none of your people at home?^^ in- 
quired Gerold curiously ; for it seemed 
strange to him that no man should be 
around to protect the women. I sup- 
posed at first/^ he continued, that they 
had been driven to the house by the storm 
and were united in prayer, as is the custom 
on such occasions in all Catholic countries.^^ 

His words seemed to cause a shadow of 
displeasure to pass across the landlady's 
face and he almost regretted having asked 
the question. Yes, indeed,^^ answered the 
woman, ^^the workmen are all at home; 
but when you talk of prayer you are mis- 
taken. Some of them are very curious men, 
and many of them — God forgive me for 
saying so — are too wicked to be in hell. 
But it is hard to find good workmen. The 
unfortunate war and the land failures have 
spoiled our best citizens so that now if a 
workman only understands his business no 


26 The Bell Foundry 

questions are asked and no other conditions 
are imposed/^ Here the pious woman 
heaved a deep sigh. At this time one of 
Gatterer^s partners appeared. A leather 
apron covered his front to below his knees 
and the sleeves were rolled above the elbows. 
His face, which was not that of a youth, 
was covered with a red beard and on the 
left cheek was a deep, red scar. 

Isn’t the master home yet ? ” he in- 
quired in a rough voice. 

He suddenly discovered the visitor. 

No, Hans,” replied Margaret, Gatterer’s 
wife. ^^He will not be here before evening. 
That is the message he sent by our guest 
over there.” 

Ha, ha ! One of our craft, assuredly,” 
exclaimed the workman with a pleased grin 
as he approached Gerold. Come,” he said, 
taking him familiarly by the arm as if he 
had known him seven years : it is custom- 
ary at the foundry — and God bless him 
who introduced the . custom — that every 


The Bell Foundry 


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newcomer belonging to the craft should treat 
to a jug of wine ” 

^^If that is so/^ replied Gerold, will 
not be an exception/^ and he took a coin out 
of his pocketbook. There, let you and 
your partners drink all you want. I have 
had enough al ready 

Is that so ? exclaimed Hans with a 
loud laugh, as he pocketed the piece of 
silver, ^^then we can fill our throats the 
better. You know the old song, brother 
Bavarian : 

^ A farmer lad and a wallowing hog 
Should always fat and full be; 

For neither one nor the other knows 
How soon he may turn up his toes.'’ 

^^You know, also, brother, that the bell- 
cast is a sour commodity that makes one 
very thirsty and the thirst — yes, that is 
my failing. I tumbled into our village 
stream when I was a mere lad — I come 
from German-Bohemia — and the water 


28 The Bell Foundry 

had risen to a flood. I must have been 
there a quarter of an hour before I was 
fished out. Every one thought I was dead, 
but I — ha, ha ! I was born on the first 
of April, the birthday of bloody Judas, and 
those born on that day are not supposed to 
live long and to die a rogue’s death. My 
bath did me no harm, but since then I have 
suffered from thirst. Two years ago I rode 
to Prague and a cursed Bohemian slashed 
me with his sword across the face. The 
wound burned and I fell from my horse, 
thinking the black angel would have a good 
roast for his spit. But I was either too 
wicked for hell or too good for heaven — in 
short, I am still here. I have been a soldier, 
too, but I prefer casting bells to having my 
skull cracked. Now, you know my record, 
brother.” 

Gerold had found some diversion in the 
long-winded tale of the ex-soldier but not 
so Margaret. She had heard the same 
story many times, as he only wanted a 


The Bell Foundry 


29 


listener to recite it. It was his hobby to 
make known his life’s history to every new- 
comer. 

Are you through with your old yarn, 
Hans?” inquired Mrs. Gatterer wearily. 

^^Well, well, do you think I should make 
no return for the wine. I am a decent 
fellow, with your permission.” 

^^It is the master’s wish that our guest 
should see the foundry,” remarked Mar- 
garet. Show him the castings, also, 
Hans.” 

The workman peeped through the window 
to examine the weather. It rained only a 
little less than before and the thunder con- 
tinued to rattle. The black sky was as for- 
bidding as ever. 

If you wish, brother,” he said to Gerold, 
^^we will go.” 

Gerold nodded assent and rose to follow 
his guide. Both crossed the square court- 
yard. A shrill cry came from a distance. 

Ha, ha ! ” exclaimed Hans. I know 


30 The Bell Foundry 

that song bird. It is only Gatterer that 
warbles so.^^ 

He was right. At the foundry entrance 
stood the big, broad form of the master, 
much to Gerold^s surprise, who supposed 
him to be still at Hall. 

Come here, Hans,^^ ordered Gatterer. 
The workman responded promptly, while 
Gerold, standing in the middle of the court- 
yard observed how, after Gatterer had ex- 
changed a few words with Hans, the latter 
disappeared. 

^^How did you get along on the road?” 
inquired Gatterer, as he approached Gerold. 

The storm drowned me,” replied the 
latter. I am surprised to see you back 
so soon, master,” he continued, I did 
not expect to see you before evening.” 

Gatterer laughed and said: ^^You need 
not be surprised, I left soon after you and 
by a short cut. I could not remain behind 
very long as I must leave again immediately 
with some of my associates.” 


The Bell Foundry 


31 


What ! You must leave to-day ? ex- 
claimed Gerold, To-day will soon be 
ended/^ 

That makes no difference. We must 
have a bell at Sterzing early to-morrow. 
I learned accidentally in Hall that there 
would be a team going that way, and I said 
to myself ^ Opportunity makes the thief ^ — 
so we will go. Do you know that the high- 
ways are very unsafe because of the travel 
and the heavy rain?^^ 

Gerold praised Gatterer’s foresight. He 
would not act otherwise under similar cir- 
cumstances. 

And now I have an important communi- 
cation to make to you,” said Gatterer, in an 
earnest tone. 

To me ! ” exclaimed Gerold, in surprise. 
What may it be, master ? ” 

Well, I have been in the world and have 
learned to read faces as if they were printed 
books. Yours pleases me and I must be 
badly mistaken if you are not an excep- 


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The Bell Foundry 


tionally good fellow who understands his 
business thoroughly.” 

Listen, master,” answered Gerold, I 
do not like your praise, you do not know 
me very intimately and appearances have 
deceived more than you.” 

Because you speak in that manner,” re- 
torted Gatterer, am obliged to form a 
still better opinion of you. It is true I do 
not know you well but our acquaintance will 
teach me more. Besides, you must have 
recommendations from those with whom you 
have worked elsewhere.” 

Certainly,” interrupted Gerold hastily, 
Let me show them to you.” And he turned 
to the house where he had his papers stowed 
away in his pack. 

Gatterer held him back. It is not neces- 
sary,” he exclaimed; ‘^your honest face and 
the names of those with whom you have 
worked in Germany and the South are suf- 
ficient to beget my confidence. Now, listen. 
I must go on a journey with some of my 


The Bell Foundry 


33 


workmen, as I have already told you. A 
bell has been ordered for the Capuchin 
monastery at Hall which the fathers need 
at once and insist on having in the belfry 
this week. You can do me a great favor 
by attending to the casting during my ab- 
sence. I will not, probably, return from 
Sterzing in less than two days and the bell 
wshould be cast in the mean time.” 

But you certainly have other workmen 
to whom you can entrust the casting, 
master ? ” answered Gerold, modestly. 

Gatterer shook his head. 

“ I carry the best of them with me to 
Sterzing,” he explained, ^^and I would not 
trust those I leave behind. Do not wait 
to consider the matter but promise me your 
assistance.” 

Gerold thought a while and then said, 
In the name of God, master, I will do as 
you wish. You do me a great honor and I 
will show you that I am not undeserving 
of it.” 


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The Bell Foundry 


Gatterer was greatly pleased and invited 
the stranger to accompany him to the 
foundry. In front of the shops stood a 
wagon which Gatterer had borrowed from a 
neighboring peasant and in this half a dozen 
workmen were loading a bell. Gatterer 
gave some instructions, introduced Gerold 
as an honorable workman and both then 
entered the foundry. Here Gerold saw the 
preparations that had been made for casting 
the bell. The mould, composed of sand, 
earth and ashes, was ready and the molten 
metal was in the furnace. 

“ The cast can be made in six hours,” 
explained Gatterer. The metal has been 
three hours in the melting pot.” 

While inspecting the foundry Gerold^s 
remarks about bell-casting in general and 
his criticism of the machinery and appliances 
gave Gatterer to understand that he was a 
very skilful workman. 

Meanwhile the bell had been placed upon 
the wagon by the workmen. Gatterer went 


The Bell Foundry 


35 


to his house, informed his wife of the jour- 
ney he had to make and made the necessary 
preparations. 

Half an hour later the heavy wagon, 
drawn by three horses, left the courtyard. 
It was followed by Gatterer and five work- 
men. All were armed, some with one and 
others with a different kind of weapon. 
This was not unnecessary, as the road to 
Sterzing was beset with dangers. 


CHAPTER III 


AN ENCOUNTER WITH HANS 

Gerold found himself alone in the foun- 
dry. True, Gatterer had left three work- 
men behind, but scarcely had he turned his 
back when these, instead of helping with the 
cast, left the building without saying where 
they were going or when they were coming 
back. 

Gerold received the impression that they 
were not favorably disposed toward him. 
He could not understand the situation. The 
others must have felt injured by the master’s 
action, for they let it be seen that they did 
not appreciate the confidence that had been 
placed in the stranger from Bavaria. 

Gerold almost repented that he had al- 
lowed Gatterer to make him stay. The im- 
pression produced on him by the surround- 
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Encounter With Hans 


37 


ings strengthened him in this feeling. 
Whichever way he turned he encountered 
an unfriendly glare and the gloom of the 
forest in the near distance only increased 
his feelings of uneasiness. He was only 
sustained by the consciousness that his posi- 
tion in the foundry was not merely that of 
a guest but of one in whom special con- 
fidence had been placed. He resolved to 
respond to this confidence by displaying all 
the skill of which he was capable in the 
execution of his work and thus provide a 
memento of his presence at the foundry. 

Gerold remembered that it was his duty 
to make himself known in his new capacity 
to Gatterer^s wife who, although she un- 
doubtedly was aware of her husband’s ar- 
rangements, would be glad to receive a call 
from a new workman. 

Before leaving he made several turns 
around the furnace to convince himself that 
everything was right with the metal to be 
cast. He felt assured that nothing was 


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An Encounter With Hans 


wrong and he started for the dwelling. There 
the mistress greeted him cordially, and ex- 
pressed her satisfaction that he had been 
persuaded to remain and do so great a favor 
for her husband. 

^^The master will pay you well for it/^ 
she finally said. Be assured that he has no 
small confidence in you. No stranger has 
ever yet appeared in whom he has displayed 
the same amount of interest. Don’t you 
want to remain with us?” 

I cannot give you a positive answer 
yet,” returned Gerold. First of all I 
must go to see my poor old mother. I have 
already told you that. It may be that I 
might return later. As the old saying is, 
^ there is wisdom in waiting.’ ” 

You are quite right, Gerold,” praised the 
mistress. 

After a few words more, the stranger re- 
turned to the foundry where he hoped to 
find the three workmen; but none of them 
was in sight. There was no longer any 


An Encounter With Hans 


39 


doubt that they avoided him designedly, 
and, perhaps, for a sinister purpose. 

He meditated over what was to be done. 
One thing was certain ; he was going to per- 
form his task and fulfil his duty regardless 
of every opposition. He would act towards 
his associates in a friendly way and maybe 
thus overcome their prejudices, but in no 
event should they intimidate or frighten 
him. His thoughts were specially directed 
to the red bearded Hans, the rough ex-soldier, 
who, he felt, would shrink at nothing. 

With such feelings Gerold approached an 
anvil close to the furnace. He stuck his 
hands in a pocket of his blouse and pulled 
out his beads on which he began to count 
his prayers. The beads were a present from 
his old mother five years before, when he 
left home. During that time they had al- 
ways been in his possession and often, in 
moments of affliction and distress, had been 
for him a source of comfort and consola- 
tion. Never had the brown beads slipped 


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An Encounter Wiili Hans 


through his fingers in trustful prayer that 
his heavenly mother had not answered his 
appeal. 

While Gerold busied himself with his de- 
votions his three associates were otherwise 
engaged. They had gone to a retired spot 
in the neighboring forest to hold a con- 
sultation as to how they should act towards 
the intruder, for as such they regarded the 
stranger from Bavaria. Hans was the 
leader and was more incensed because he 
was not asked to join Gatterer on his journey 
to Sterzing than because he saw Gerold 
receive greater recognition than himself. 
He wished to vent his anger and disappoint- 
ment on the stranger. 

Now/^ he said to his two companions, 
will not allow the master to place a 
tramp over us. We understand our business 
as well as any one of our trade. I propose 
that we refuse to help him in any way. 
Then we will see how he will make the 
cast.^^ 


An Encounter With Hans 


41 


would rather give him a punch be- 
hind the ear that would throw him to the 
ground and make him forget the busi- 
ness/^ exclaimed one of the others with for- 
bidding countenance and eyes that glistened 
like those of a cat. Do so. Wolf/’ ex- 
claimed Hans in a wicked, encouraging tone. 
^^What will it amount to? You need not 
knock him stone cold; a little crack on the 
skull wouldn’t hurt him.” 

^^Is that so?” replied Wolf, with a sneer. 

How clever you are, Hans ! I should 
fling myself into the water while you re- 
main on dry land to see me drown. 
When the neck is in danger you take good 
care to crack no skulls.” 

Wolf is right,” interposed another. 
^^We must not use force. The best is not 
to bother about him.” 

What ! ” roared Hans wildly. We will 
see whether we bother ourselves about him 
or not. You are a pair of old hags who 
work with your jaws and haven’t a bit of 


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An Encounter With Hans 


courage. 1^11 show you how to deal with 
the interloper.” 

The discussion was neither successful nor 
peaceful. Hans would have excited his 
companions to violence, but found to his an- 
noyance that they would not be easily led. 
He, therefore, determined all the more to 
attend to the business himself. 

They left the forest and returned to the 
foundry where they found Gerold seated on 
the anvil reciting his beads. Hans burst 
into a loud laugh in which the others joined. 

Gerold continued his prayers without 
seeming to take notice of the malicious 
demonstration. 

^^The Bavarians are very pious people,” 
exclaimed Hans, in ridicule. There he 
sits like a woodchopper and mumbles his 
rosary like an old woman. Say, partner, 
did the master put you here to work or 
to pray?” 

^^Let me alone,” answered Gerold, in a 
decisive though not unfriendly tone, and 


An Encounter With Hans 


43 


he continued his devotions without taking 
any notice of the ridicule heaped upon him 
by his companions, who stood at a distance 
and, by word and action, sought to pro- 
voke him to anger. Suddenly Hans broke 
out in blasphemous language. 

Gerold sprang from his seat and rushed 
to the blasphemer. 

‘^By what right do you three dare to 
insult me?^^ he shouted in anger. ^^And 
you, Hans, how dare you outrage the good 
God? Once more I tell you to let me 
alone or — 

^^Take your rosary and get out of here,’^ 
cried Hans sharply. We do not need any 
praying brothers in the foundry. We can 
cast bells better without than with you.^^ 

‘^Ha, ha! Does the wind blow from 
that direction ! thought Gerold as he cast 
a contemptuous glance at Hans. 

^^Why did you not complain to the boss 
if my presence didn’t suit you? Mr. Gat- 
terer gave me this job, and I did not ask 


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An Encounter With Hans 


him for it. Had I known what kind of 
associates I would have to deal with I 
would now be many miles away from here. 
I am here now, however, and propose to do 
my work, in which you, like honorable as- 
sociates, will help me.’^ 

The three shrieked at Gerold in the most 
abusive manner and told him that they 
would not turn a finger for him as long as 
he remained in the foundry. 

Hans shouted the loudest and became pur- 
ple with rage. 

Gerold gazed at Hans in astonishment and 
quietly turned his back upon the three, in 
order to examine the fiux which was seeth- 
ing and sizzling in the furnace. 

Scarcely had he done so when the furious 
Hans hit him a blow on the back of the 
head that caused him to fall in a heap and 
almost lose consciousness. He recovered 
quickly and turned on his treacherous 
enemy. 

Hans stood in front of him. His glance 


An Encounter With Hans 


45 


was that of a would-be murderer. His 
fists were closed and he acted as if he wished 
to renew the attack. Gerold, noticing his 
attitude, picked up an iron bar that leaned 
against the furnace. 

Keep away, you infamous scoundrel, 
he exclaimed, or, so sure as God made me, 
I will teach you a bitter lesson.” But 
Hans, who seemed to have gone crazy with 
anger, rushed upon the Bavarian with head 
and shoulders bent, intending to deal him 
a still heavier blow. Thus forced, Gerold 
swung the heavy iron bar. A dull cry es- 
caped Hans’ lips and he fell, apparently 
lifeless, to the floor, with blood streaming 
from a gaping wound in his head. Gerold, 
stunned by what had occurred, gazed on 
the victim of his violence. It was the first 
time in his life that he had shed human 
blood; but he had been compelled by a 
dreadful necessity and was not troubled 
with any remorse. 

You are witnesses,” he said to the 


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An Encounter With Hans 


workmen, ^^that I am not to blame. I did 
not begin the quarrel and was justified in 
protecting myself from a treacherous 
enemy.^^ 

^^You have killed him/^ said Wolf; ^^he 
will never move again.^’ 

Come here and help me to raise him/’ 
commanded Gerold. Both approached with- 
out objection. The courageous conduct of 
the stranger had inspired them with re- 
spect and made them less defiant. 

The wounded man was conveyed to the 
dwelling house. Gatterer’s wife was aston- 
ished at the turn affairs had taken. She 
berated Wolf and his companion roundly 
and threatened them with her husband’s 
wrath. 

Hans’ condition was not alarming. He 
soon recovered consciousness, and when his 
wounds had been washed and bandaged he 
was put to bed and turned over to the care 
of Ursula, the housemaid. 

Gerold returned to the foundry, followed 


An Encounter With Hans 


47 


by the two workmen who, however, ex- 
changed no words with the newcomer, al- 
though they complied with his instructions 
and apparently forgot their former resolu- 
tions and threats. 

Finally the moment for the casting ar- 
rived. Night had set in and the place was 
lighted by two huge, resinous torches. Be- 
fore Gerold would make the casting he 
recited another Our Father, and the work- 
men removed the stop of the smelting pot. 
The liquid metal gushed forth with a roar 
and was carefully conveyed to the mould, 
into which it was poured. 

Praised be God and his holy mother ! ’’ 
ejaculated Gerold. Everything is all 
right so far.^’ 

It was late that night when he retired to 
bed after eating a lunch which Mrs. Gat- 
terer had prepared for him. He slept 
peacefully the whole night, as those do 
whose good heart and clear conscience give 
them assurance of God’s protection. 


CHAPTER IV 


A MESSENGER FROM ROME 

Gatterer arrived without accident at 
Sterzing, the end of his Journey. When he 
and his companions had rested a little 
while, the bell was conveyed to the parish 
church for which it had been cast. It was 
soon located in the tower and its brazen 
voice caused the citizens to gather around. 
Gatterer was pleased with his work and re- 
ceived unstinted praise from the people. 
A crowd stood in front while the bell was 
being hung, drawn thither by curiosity. 
Suddenly attention was attracted by a 
heavy vehicle drawn by four mules and es- 
corted by an armed guard. The coach, for 
such it was, was driven past the crowd and 
stopped in front of the most prominent inn. 
Its doors were flung open and a distin- 
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A Messenger From Rome 49 

guished Italian nobleman alighted, followed 
by a lady of mature years and a beautiful 
young girl. It was easy to see from the 
care bestowed on them that one was the 
wife and the other the daughter of the no- 
bleman. They conversed together in Ital- 
ian, their native tongue. 

The coach rolled through the gateway 
leading to the courtyard and the dust-cov- 
ered animals were turned over to the serv- 
ants. 

Traveling was not then what it is at 
present, and the arrival of the strangers 
aroused the curiosity of the natives, partic- 
ularly because of their distinguished ap- 
pearance and escort. It was not long be- 
fore the crowd learned the name of the 
noble family and the object of their visit. 
They had traveled from Eome and were on 
their way to Hall by way of the bridge. 

The situation was just this : the dis- 
tinguished nobleman was a delegate of Pope 
Gregory XV and had been commissioned to 


50 A Messenger From Rome 

visit St. George^s Benedictine Abbey in 
Snabia, where a remarkable Austrian pris- 
oner of state. Cardinal Klesel, was con- 
fined. 

Melchior Klesel, the son of a Protestant 
baker of Vienna, had become a Catholic at 
the age of sixteen; studied with the Jesuits 
at the high school of Ingoldstadt, and was 
ordained priest after filling many impor- 
tant ecclesiastical positions. In 1598 he 
was made bishop of Vienna and was pro- 
moted to the cardinalate in 1615. As chan- 
cellor of the emperor Matthew, he had 
rendered great service through the restora- 
tion of ecclesiastical trials and punishments 
in Austria, and for a time was regarded as 
the most bitter antagonist of the Protes- 
tants. He was led by political considera- 
tions, however, to gradually modify his 
methods and when, in 1618, the question 
arose whether the demands of the Bohe- 
mians should be acceded to or should they 
be put to the sword, he declared in favor of 


A Messenger From Rome 51 

peace. This reduced his influence with the 
Catholics, and especially with the strong 
Catholic counts, Ferdinand and Maximilian, 
to such an extent that they first, in July, 
1618, caused him to be imprisoned in a 
castle named Ambras and had him conveyed 
in the following year as a prisoner of state 
to the abbacy already mentioned. This out- 
rage was strenuously condemned at Eome; 
appeals were made to the emperor, and the 
Pope tried to put himself in communica- 
tion with the imprisoned cardinal, to whom 
he sent messengers several times. Such a 
messenger was now on the road and had ar- 
rived at Sterzing. His name was Antonio 
Mazzini, and he was a rich marquis from 
the Papal states. He was commissioned to 
hand the cardinal a letter from his Holi- 
ness citing him to appear before him in 
Eome where, alone, existed authority to in- 
vestigate and decide ecclesiastical causes. 

The citizens of the town knew absolutely 
nothing of his purpose or destination, still 


52 A Messenger From Rome 

they were satisfied that they knew some- 
thing about the Italian, and soon dis- 
persed, as there was nothing more to be 
seen. 

In the meantime Gatterer’s tall form 
could be seen moving slowly through the 
scattering crowd. He was greeted warmly 
on every side, and many were loud in their 
praise of the sweet-sounding bell he had 
hung in the church tower. He did not 
seem puffed up with the flattery, and ut- 
tered words of thanks more as a matter of 
politeness than to add to the esteem in 
which he was held. He soon entered the 
inn and his assistants went wherever they 
pleased. He told them to meet him later 
at the inn, where they would start for 
home together. 

Gatterer, in addition to being a good me- 
chanic, liked his cup. He found the land- 
lord greatly excited, first running one way 
and then another, and giving orders in the 
kitchen and to the servants in loud 


A Messenger From Rome 53 

tones. He had just rolled in a fresh bar- 
rel of wine, but had fallen in doing so and 
was in an angry mood when one of the 
nobleman^s servants entered. His master 
wanted to speak with the landlord. Mit- 
terer, as the latter was called, removed his 
blouse, which was soiled by contact with 
the floor and wine barrel, and followed the 
servant. 

He returned to the bar after a few min- 
utes and, tapping the barrel, inquired if 
Gatterer did not want a mug. It is the 
best in my cellar,^^ he said to the latter, 
whom he had known for years. 

Here with it,^^ replied Gatterer, humor- 
ously. ^^Wine that throws a man before 
taken from the cask must certainly be 
good.'^^ 

We have a distinguished guest to-day, 
explained Mitterer as he drew off the wine. 

A marquis from Eome has quarters here 
— a great honor, is it not, master 

I should thinly so,^^ said the latter, as 


54 A Messenger From Rome 

he took a seat at one of the drinking tables. 

In what direction is he bound ? 

^^To Hall, I hear it said/^ replied the 
host, as he placed the wine before the guest, 
not forgetting to sample it beforehand. 
The latter then took a long draught. 

^^The Italian goes to Hall?^^ resumed 
Gatterer. 

^^Yes; he sent for me to inquire about 
the safety of the road and to see if it 
would not be necessary to strengthen his 
escort.^^ 

Well ! exclaimed Gatterer, his eyes 
sharply searching the landlord’s face. 

^^He is accompanied by five stout fel- 
lows; that, I told him, was enough. Be- 
sides, the highway is not so unsafe as it is 
described. No one has been attacked and 
robbed in a long time.” 

^^That is true,” indorsed Gatterer, as he 
took another long swallow from the mug. 

Mitterer’s wife called from the kitchen 
and two servants immediately appeared 


A Messenger From Rome 55 

with platters laden with food for the dis- 
tinguished guests. 

Gatterer was a silent observer, and when 
the landlord returned he inquired : Do 

you think that the travelers will remain 
long? 

Merely a few hours, to take a little 
rest.^’ 

Is that so ? remarked Gatterer, and 
then talked of other matters. The conver- 
sation did not last long, for the landlord 
was frequently called away to give neces- 
sary orders for the benefit of his guests. 

Gatterer emptied his mug, paid his bill 
and was about to leave. 

You are not thinking of going al- 
ready Mitterer inquired. 

^^Yes, I must look after my men. A 
few little things have yet to be attended 
to on the tower, but I will be back soon.^^ 

With these words Gatterer left the inn. 


CHAPTER V 


GEKOLD ARRIVES TOO LATE TO WITNESS A 
TRAGEDY 

Gatterer and his men started for home 
a few hours later. It was about three 
o^clock in the afternoon when they pulled 
out of town by the northern gate. 

'Not long after the grey-haired landlord 
stood at his door wishing God-speed to his 
departing guests, for the nobleman, his 
wife and daughter had entered the coach 
and were ready to begin their journey to 
Hall. 

Marquis Mazzini, an earnest, almost 
stern-looking man of more than middle age, 
passed some time with his wife and daugh- 
ter viewing the wooded heights and the 
lofty, cloud-covered mountains. After a 
while he leaned his head back on the cush- 
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Gerold Arrives Too Late 


57 


ions in the corner of the coach and fell into 
a sleep, which the heavy jerking and rattling 
of the vehicle did not disturb. 

The wife looked anxiously upon her 
sleeping husband and then turned to her 
daughter, whom she addressed in the soft 
language of their native land. 

Does it not seem to you, my daughter,” 
she said, ^^that your father is worn out by 
the fatigues of the journey much more than 
he will admit ? ” 

The daughter gazed scrutinizingly at her 
father and replied: 

^^You are right, dear mother. His face 
looks haggard. How I wish we were at 
the end of our journey or back again in 
Rome. IsnT there a great difference be- 
tween our beautiful country and this rough, 
timber-covered land?” 

Assuredly,” replied her mother. ^^But 
it was the wish of the Holy Father that 
your father should undertake this journey, 
and I couldnT let him make it alone. I 


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Oerold Arrives Too Late 


feel much better in being allowed to share 
the discomforts of the trip with him. I 
have the consolation of knowing that I will 
be near him to lend assistance, in case it 
is needed.^^ 

A low sigh escaped Camilla's lips. ^^But 
if wicked men should attack us/^ she re- 
marked oppressively, ^^what can you do? 
This place looks like a favorable haunt for 
bandits and highwaymen. Look at the 
dark, black woods which we are approach- 
ing nearer and nearer, and the huge moun- 
tains which look as if they would crush 
us!^^ 

The mother smiled. 

^^Do not be alarmed, my child. We are 
in the hands of God. So far we have had 
no misfortune, nor do I think we will have 
any. Then, besides, we have reliable serv- 
ants — fearless, strong men.^^ 

She looked rapidly at the five armed 
servants who were following at a little dis- 
tance, and were calculated to beget confi- 


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59 


dence in their ability to afford the neces- 
sary protection. 

Her mother’s comforting and encourag- 
ing words were not without effect upon 
Camilla, who secretly felt ashamed of her 
timidity. 

The marquis opened his eyes. The nap 
had refreshed him, and he surveyed the 
surroundings with a bright look. 

What a beautiful view ! ” he exclaimed, 
as his eyes drank in the glorious spectacle 
provided by Nature. 

Truly enchanting,” added the wife ; I 
, have seen nothing more sublime in our 
beautiful Italy. Surely, when Nature is 
so admirable, the men must also be of a 
strong mould.” 

Camilla sat in silent wonder beside her 
mother. Both had their hands joined be- 
neath their wraps, as if in evening prayer. 
A holy stillness prevailed which was broken 
by the song of a nightingale, borne on the 
soft western wind. The purple horizon 


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grew heavier and heavier, the sun sank 
lower and lower behind the mountains, twi- 
light was changed into night. The travel- 
ers were now in the midst of the dark forest 
Camilla had seen in the distance. 

Suddenly there was a flash on the edge 
of the timber, followed by a sharp crack, 
and the leader of the escort fell from his 
seat. Terrified, Marquis Mazzini sprang to 
his feet. He saw the members of his guard 
engaged in a fierce encounter with masked 
highwaymen. The wife of the nobleman 
screamed for help and Camilla fainted. 
Mazzini pulled his dagger from the scab- 
bard and started to rush to the assistance 
of his followers. He received a heavy 
blow from behind, and he fell with a 
broken skull at his wife’s feet. 

In vain did the escort struggle with the 
robbers ; they succumbed to superior 
strength and fell victims to the murderous 
onslaught. Not one escaped, but, covered 
with hideous wounds which bore evidence 


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61 


to their fidelity, their bodies lay strewn 
upon the highway. 

In less than fifteen minutes the bloody 
fight was over, and the highwaymen had 
disappeared in the depths of the forest 
with such booty as they could find, but not 
till they had killed the mules and one of 
their number had infiicted a fearful wound 
on the nobleman^s wife, who had piteously 
pleaded for her life. 

Dreadful, indeed, was the position in 
which she found herself. Her husband and 
their escort murdered, her daughter still 
unconscious, many miles away from their 
native land among strangers, whose lan- 
guage even they did not know. Her un- 
utterable misery rendered her almost un- 
conscious of the wound from which she was 
suffering. 

Her swoon was a blessing to Camilla, for 
she would awaken too soon to the awful 
reality. 

The dreadful misfortune had come so 


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suddenly that the mother was incapable of 
shedding tears. She was on her knees be- 
side the dead body of her husband, her pallid 
face like a piece of marble. Her eyes gazed 
with an expression of insanity upon the 
dreadful scene that surrounded her, while 
her hands were closely clasped together. 
Suddenly she let a heartrending shriek, 
throwing herself upon her husband’s corpse, 
upon which her tears fell in streams. The 
strain of her grief was broken and she was 
granted the relief which the broken heart 
finds in the tearful expression of its sor- 
row. The woods resounded with her deaf- 
ening cries. In her sorrow for the dead 
she forgot the living, and the daughter lay 
unnoticed beside the father. 

Suddenly Camilla exclaimed in a weak 
voice: Mother, where am I?” 

She was unable at once to recall what 
had happened. She stared about her with 
wide open eyes, as if she were tortured by 
some horrible dream. 


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63 


My poor, poor child ! cried the 
mother; ^*^0, my Camilla!^’ she exclaimed 
in tones of agony, as she wrung her hands. 

The reality in all its hideous form dawned 
upon the daughter; she recalled the dread- 
ful calamity, and as she was helped to her 
feet by the inconsolable, weeping mother, 
her hot tears also fell and she shrieked in 
agony. 

In their grief they did not notice that 
some one was rapidly approaching. A man 
stood before them, but before he could ad- 
dress them they let a loud scream; for they 
thought they beheld one of the monsters 
who had inflicted so much misery upon 
them. 

Kill us, monster ! ” cried the mother in 
wild agony. Complete your work. You 
have no doubt returned for that purpose, 
murderer ! ’’ 

She had spoken in Italian and was as- 
tonished to hear the stranger reply in the 
same tongue, though with a foreign accent. 


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Calm yourself, noble lady. I am no 
murderer. I have hastened hither to assist 
you. My road lay in this direction, and as 
I approached I heard crying and screaming. 
I thought I would find men who had lost 
themselves in the dark, and what I have 
discovered fills me with horror. You have 
been attacked by robbers, noble lady.’^ 

The latter, with what strength she could 
summon, related what had happened. The 
stranger shuddered as he listened, and gazed 
on the corpse of the nobleman at his feet. 

Can you help us, good friend ? in- 
quired the mother. If you can, do so for 
the love of our divine Lord. Lead us some- 
where, that we can get shelter for the night, 
and where we can conceal the remains of 
the loved one who has been so brutally torn 
from us.’^ 

I will gladly help you, noble lady. 
Place yourself and your daughter in my 
care. The bell foundry is not far from 
here, and we will go there. We cannot bury 


Gerold Arrives Too Late 


65 


the body now and we must leave it here till 
help comes from the foundry to remove 
it.’^ 

The stranger then covered the body with 
a piece of canvas taken from the coach. 
The mother thanked him warmly, and then 
begged him to remove her and her daugh- 
ter from the awful scene. She closed by 
saying: ^^Now, tell me, good man, what is 
your name, that I may know to whom I am 
indebted for so much kindness and thought- 
fulness.” 

You are indebted to me for nothing, 
dear lady,” was the reply. My name is 
Gerold Roemer. I am a bell-founder by 
trade and am working at present in the 
foundry. I have worked in Italy a long 
time, and there learned what I know of the 
Italian language.” 

When he had given this explanation to 
the mother and daughter he begged the for- 
mer to allow him to help her, as he noticed 
how unsteady she was on her feet, but Ca- 


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milla would not be separated from her 
mother, and clung to her closely. 

At the end of about a quarter of an hour 
they emerged from the wood and Gerold 
pointed out the yard of the foundry by the 
light of the moon. 

There is the foundry/^ he said, pointing 
in the distance. 

The mother made no reply, as she was 
too preoccupied with her dead to bestow 
her thoughts on anything else. 

The three continued to advance, and no 
other sound than heavy sighs escaped the 
lips of the heartbroken mother and daugh- 
ter, while the tears that fell in silence told 
of their inconsolable suffering. 


CHAPTEE VI 


GATTERER SHOWS HIS APPRECIATION OF HIS 
NEW EMPI.OYEE. 

The unfortunate travelers were treated 
with the greatest sympathy at Gatterer’s 
home. The latter had not yet returned 
from his journey, but his wife left nothing 
undone to show her hospitality to the un- 
fortunate strangers whom Fate had driven 
to her for shelter. Gerold did his utmost 
to help the wife in her noble display of 
Christian charity. His knowledge of Ital- 
ian came into good play, for without it the 
others would not have been able to under- 
stand each other. 

Gerold undertook to have the body of the 
marquis brought to the foundry. He had 
intended to meet Gatterer on his way back 
from Sterzing, to let him know what had 
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68 Gatterer Shows His Appreciation 

happened during his absence, and it was 
while on this errand that he had heard the 
weeping and crying of the Italian lady and 
her daughter. He was now returning to 
the spot with one of his assistants, bearing 
a bier on which to bring the dead marquis 
to the foundry. They had scarcely reached 
the edge of the forest when they heard the 
rattling of wheels and noticed a wagon ap- 
proaching. 

It is they,^^ said his companion. But 
I see only the driver with the horses,^^ an- 
swered Gerold. 

The master has probably taken the short 
cut on foot with the others. That would 
shorten the distance half an hour^s walk,^^ 
explained the other. 

Meanwhile they had advanced nearer to 
the wagon. The driver, who was also the 
owner of the team, told how, deeper in the 
wood, he had come upon the murdered men 
and their dead horses. A highway robbery 
must have taken place. 


Gatterer Shows His Appreciation 69 

And where is the master ? asked Ger- 
old, not a little surprised to see the driver 
alone. 

Gatterer and the others left me on the 
road when we were taking a rest/^ an- 
swered the driver. He said he had to get 
home as soon as possible^ as he had impor- 
tant matters to attend to in connection with 
a bell for Hall. I followed him in an 
hour.^^ 

Gerold told him what had happened and, 
anxious to leave the place, he whipped up 
his horses and left. 

While Gerold and his companion were on 
their way to the spot where the murder had 
been committed, Gatterer reached home. 
He had, as was said, really taken a short 
cut. His astonishment can be imagined, 
upon reaching his house and finding the 
marquise and her daughter, of whose ter- 
rible misfortune the wife gave an account. 
He expressed his sympathy as well as he 
could by signs and motions and instructed 


70 Gatterer Shows His Appreciation 

his wife to do all she could to relieve their 
distress. 

Gerold and his assistant soon arrived with 
the body of the marquis. At first Gatterer 
would not consent that it be placed in the 
house, but gave instructions to have it con- 
veyed to the foundry. At the solicitation 
of his wife, however, he allowed it to be 
deposited in the room to be occupied by the 
mother and daughter. He remained ab- 
sent from the prayers for the dead, recited 
in the common sitting room by his wife and 
the two strangers. Neither could Gerold 
join in the prayers, for Gatterer went at 
once to the foundry to see how the work 
had been done. There lay the bell, white 
and sparkling, and when Gatterer had tested 
the tone he pronounced it clear and full, as 
he had desired. He thereupon gave Gerold 
a hearty handshake, and congratulated him 
with much warmth. 

I thank you, master,’^ he exclaimed, 
for a master mechanic you, indeed, are ; I 


Oatterer Shows His Appreciation 71 

could not have done better myself, Ger- 
old/^ 

The latter felt pleased at the praise lav- 
ished on him, but said: have not done 

the work — 

The others, you would say, have greatly 
helped you. It pleases me the more to see 
that you give credit to the others.’^ 

The Bavarian looked strangely at Gat- 
terer and said : I did not mean that. It 

is true, I did not cast the bell alone, for 
the good God helped me; but I am very 
sorry to be obliged to tell you that I re- 
ceived little help from your men. On the 
contrary, they have annoyed me greatly and 
made the work much more difficult. First 
let me say that Hans is the worst of the 
whole crowd.^^ 

GattereFs face clouded with anger on 
hearing this. 

^^Well, what has happened inquired 
Gatterer sharply. CanT I leave home a 
minute without the — 


72 Gatterer Shows His Appreciation 

He swallowed the rest, but Gerold noticed 
that it was not alone with Hans that he was 
angry, but with himself for having spoken 
of him in a manner that was, evidently, not 
agreeable to Gatterer. 

What business is it of mine? said Ger- 
old to himself, and then, aloud : My good 

master, I have acceded to your wishes and 
stayed here to cast the bell. I am not to 
blame if your workmen have been unfriendly 
towards me, and even tried to do me bodily 
harm. Inquire how matters went. You will 
learn no more from me. I notice that you 
are not pleased because I had not spoken 
in praise of your workmen, and especially 
of Hans. I mean no harm, but simply ex- 
press myself boldly and honestly, as I al- 
ways do. For that reason I will take my 
leave immediately. This very day I will 
go to Hall.^^ 

Gerold had spoken calmly but decidedly 
and forcibly. His manner did not fail to 
make an impression on Gatterer. 


Gatterer Shows His Appreciation 73 

Now, don^t get angry so quickly/^ said 
Gatterer placatingly. did not entertain 
the thoughts you credit me with. But I 
will make Hans understand what it means 
to disobey my orders. You must not leave 
the foundry, Gerold. Whatever you want is 
yours, but you must remain.^^ 

Gerold shook his head. 

^^Master,^^ he said, ^^you could not find 
any equivalent for the good fortune and 
happiness of visiting my poor old mother. 
I must first go home and greet her. If I 
should find her sound and healthy so that 
it may be safe to leave her and go else- 
where, then I will again tie up my pack 
and return to you. This I promise faith- 
fully.^^ 

^^Do you really mean that, Gerold 

Yes, master.^^ 

Now, give me your hand on that.’^ 
Gerold gave him his hand and promised 
that if it were possible he would return and 
be his partner. Hardly had this been done 


74 Gaiterer Shows His Appreciation 

when a voice in threatening accents was 
heard behind Gatterer. 

Master/^ said the voice, if the Ba- 
varian is reinstated it will be a misfor- 
tune/" 

Gatterer looked behind, and there stood 
Hans, with bandages around his head, his 
face ghastly pale, and fire in his eyes. 

‘‘Hans, what do you mean?"" exclaimed 
Gatterer. “ What right have you to give 
me orders? I advise you to take care how 
you use your tongue, or, by — "" 

“ Let God alone,"" sneered Hans ; “ I 
know you better, as you are aware, and be- 
cause I know you I am not afraid of your 
threats. Send me away, if you dare. Ha, 
ha, ha! You have no more power over me 
than the dirt under my nail,"" 

Gatterer gazed at his man, speechless with 
rage. His face flashed with anger, his 
frame trembled, his hands were clinched as 
he said: 

“ Go away, Hans, you are crazy from the 


Gatterer Shows His Appreciation 75 

fever of your wounds. Go back to bed, you 
are sick.^^ 

Sick ? sick ? cried the man in a rage. 
^^And if I am, whose fault is it but yours. 
You shoved this Bavarian under my nose. 
Do you forget what you promised me a 
year ago when I wanted to go away? You 
promised me your daughter Elizabeth’s 
hand; and now you take up with this 
downey-beard as if he were, God knows, the 
best mechanic in the world. I will not 
permit it. Either the Bavarian goes his way 
to-day or, so sure as I am Hans — you will 
hear of something, master.” 

Gatterer cast a dreadful look at his work- 
man. 

Hans, say another word, just one more,” 
he yelled, boiling with rage, and I will 
forget myself. I don’t care; it is all the 
same to me.” 

Hans knew Gatterer far too well not to 
take this warning seriously. He allowed no 
one to make sport of him. For that reason 


76 Gatterer Shows His Appreciation 

his workman turned on his heel and left the 
foundry. 

Then, for the first time, Gatterer learned 
from Gerold what had happened in his ab- 
sence. 

Now, let it go, master,^^ said Gerold. 

have forgiven them. Hans received his 
deserts and I owe him no grudge. Tell me 
that you, too, forgive them. Only on this 
condition will I consent to remain in the 
foundry.^^ 

^^Well, for your sake, I will do so,’^ an- 
swered Gatterer. Otherwise I would have 
banished the offenders to-morrow Gatterer 
then inquired particularly what Eoemerhad 
seen where the highway robbery occurred in 
the woods. 

BuV^ cried the young man, greatly agi- 
tated, ^^why didnT you wish to know these 
things sooner ? I should think the first 
thing you would do would be to go to the 
spot and convince yourself of what has hap- 
pened. Oh, I canT tell you what an awful 


Gatterer Shows His Appreciation 77 

experience I have had. I will never forget 
it as long as I live.” 

Gerold covered his face with his hands a 
few moments, as if to shut out the horrible 
sight. 

Young man,” said Gatterer, ‘^my con- 
duct may seem strange to you, but we get 
used to the most shocking things. Here in 
our solitude we have grown accustomed to 
many things that would inspire others with 
horror and dismay. Bobbery and murder 
are so common on the highway that I and 
mine — take it not ill of me for saying so 
— have grown used to them. Only a short 
distance from here, perhaps half an hour^s 
walk, a robbery occurred not long ago, and 
three merchants were killed who tried to 
defend themselves and their property.” 

That is dreadful,” replied Gerold, with 
fresh emotion. And can the citizens of 
Hall do nothing for the protection of the 
neighborhood ? ” 

Yes, they did what they could, but their 


78 Gatterer Shows His Appreciation 

efforts were fruitless. It was more peaceful 
for a while, but the robbers and plunderers 
soon became bold again. Just now the sit- 
uation is at its worst. Do you think I 
would keep so many men around if it were 
not for my own and my family’s protection ? 
But to-day’s occurrence seems particularly 
shocking, and I am inclined to take some 
men with me to see if we may not find one 
or more of the servants alive.” 

It is useless,” cried Gerold painfully. 
^^They are all dead — all!” 

Do you want to come with us, Gerold ? ” 
No, master, no,” exclaimed the young 
man with averted countenance. I will not 
look on the horrible scene again. I en- 
dured it once, but I believe a second glance 
would kill me.” 

^^Do you really think so?” asked Gat- 
terer; ‘^I felt that way at first myself.” 

The latter then invited Gerold to accom- 
pany him to the house, where they found 
Margaret and her daughter listening with 


Gatterer Shows His Appreciation 7'9 

blanched faces to the account of the murder 
and robbery. 

Wife/^ cried Gatterer, I am going to 
the wood with some men to see for myself 
how the crime was committed.’^ 

^^John,^^ said the wife, with trembling 
lips, ^^you must not do that. How easy 
for some misfortune to happen to yourself. 
You cannot mend matters now, so wait, at 
least, till daybreak.^^ 

^^ISTo, Margaret, replied Gatterer decid- 
edly, I will go. I should have gone be- 
fore. Gerold will remain with you, and the 
others will stay in the foundry. You need 
not fear, we shall be back in an hour.^^ 
Margaret yielded complainingly to her 
husband^s wishes. 

Come back soon, John,^^ she cried, ^^or 
I will die of fear and anxiety Gatterer^s 
voice was next heard in the yard calling by 
name those he wanted to accompany him. 
Their departing footsteps were heard, and 
then there was perfect stillness. 


80 Gatterer Shows His Appreciation 

Gerold remained in the room with the 
women and listened to the story of another 
awful crime that had been committed 
eighteen years before. 

In an hour Gatterer returned, apparently 
greatly disturbed. He described what he 
had seen in an excited manner, and was 
often interrupted by exclamations of sym- 
pathy on the part of his three listeners. 

Dead — all dead!^^ he said. ^^No hu- 
man aid is of any avail. I did not think 
it was so horrible. Gerold, you were right. 
One could almost drop dead of terror.^^ 

It was now late in the night and all re- 
tired to rest. The wife and daughter of the 
dead marquis had been assigned to the best 
room — that reserved for guests. Both had 
long before gone to their room, not to lie 
down or sleep, but to keep vigil over the 
corpse in prayer. 

Nor could Gerold sleep; it was after mid- 
night before he closed his eyes, and then 
only to see horrible visions in his dreams. 


CHAPTEE VII 


GEROLD RECEIVES SOME ROUGH HANDLING 

When Gerold awoke the next morning he 
was alarmed, for the snn was high in the 
heavens. He did not remember having ever 
slept so long. He dressed himself quickly 
and packed his traveling bag, for to-day he 
was to travel by way of Hall and Innsbruck 
to his home. 

With his stick in his hand and his pack 
on his shoulders, he appeared in the sitting 
room, where he was to say good-bye to Gat- 
terer and his wife. The former was not 
present. When the latter saw the young 
workman a shadow crossed her face. 

What, you are really going ! she ex- 
claimed in painful astonishment. 

Certainly, good woman,^^ replied Ger- 
old; ^^you know that I had determined to 
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82 Gerold Receives Rough Handling 

resume my journey to-day. I have come 
to take my leave.^^ 

He reached out his hand, but she made 
no attempt to take it. 

Gerold/^ she said, we are not yet so 
far gone. You can’t go away in that man- 
ner. We hoped to have you with us some 
days yet and, the Lord knows, we need you 
here badly.” 

While she was speaking the door opened 
and Camilla appeared, pale and worn, her 
eyes still moist with tears. Her gaze fell 
upon Gerold, and when she noticed him 
prepared for a journey, her sadness in- 
creased, she looked inquiringly and with an 
appeal for help at Margaret. 

Gerold,” said the latter, a new sor- 
row has befallen the young lady; her poor 
mother is very sick. We want to care for 
and watch over her, but we do not under- 
stand the language of the strangers, and 
God only knows what may happen. Her 
condition does not please me. Delay your 


Oerold Receives Rough Handling 83 

journey a few days, for the two Italian la- 
dies need you badly in order to make them- 
selves understood/’ 

Camilla, who had listened eagerly, seemed 
to understand the meaning of some of the 
words uttered, for she nodded her approval 
and then, turning to Gerold, said in her 
native tongue : Noble young man, my 

poor mother is very ill. She had already 
inquired for you, but the good landlady 
gave her to understand that you were going 
away. I have come to implore you in my 
mother’s name to remain a few days longer, 
for it would be very hard for us to do any- 
thing with these good people without you. 
Oh, have pity on us and do not deprive us 
of your services till we can leave here again, 
which, I hope, will be in a few days.” 

Her appeal was so affecting that Gerold 
was deeply moved. He had a kind heart 
and did not need much time for considera- 
tion when it was a question of helping his 
neighbor. He turned to the landlady with- 


84 Gerold Receives Rough Handling 

out forgetting the young lady’s face, and 
said : If you will keep me a few days, I 

will postpone my journey.” 

You did not need to ask that question 
first, Gerold,” she replied. Stay with us 
as long as you wish. You know the mas- 
ter hates to see you go. You will not only 
render the strange ladies a charitable serv- 
ice, but us also. The good God will reward 
you for your kindness.” 

His decision was announced and Camilla 
thanked him in the warmest ternrs. Gat- 
terer entered at this moment, and when he 
learned what had happened he seemed 
greatly pleased. 

‘^How, Gerold,” he exclaimed, ^^you see 
you cannot leave the foundry so easily, and 
I am very glad.” 

Camilla retired to look after her mother 
and Gerold returned to his room with his 
carpet bag. 

Gatterer consulted with his wife concern- 
ing the burial of the marquis, whose body 


Oerold Receives Rough Handling 85 

should be interred in German territory till 
such time as it might be removed to Eome. 
The services of a physician were sorely 
needed for the wife^ who had succumbed to 
the excitement she had passed through, and 
Gatterer made known his intention of trav- 
eling to Hall to notify the authorities of 
what had happened and secure the services 
of a doctor. 

Just then Elizabeth, the daughter, rushed 
into the room, pale with fear, and cried in 
a trembling voice: 

Father, for God^s sake ! 

^^What is the matter, Elizabeth in- 

quired father and mother, together. 

^^Out there in the yard,^^ was the reply. 

One of the men is quarreling with the 
Bavarian. They have knocked him down 
and he is bleeding. Hans is the worst; he 
screams and curses as if he were crazy.” 

Gatterer did not hear his daughter 
through. He was in the yard in an in- 
stant. It was as Elizabeth had said. The 


86 Oerold Receives Rough Handling 

workmen, led by Hans, had assaulted Ger- 
old with their fists. The latter could not 
long withstand the combined strength of his 
enemies, and fell almost senseless to the 
ground with blood gushing from the fore- 
head and cheeks. 

Gatterer asked no questions ; he knew 
what had happened. Hans had learned that 
Gerold was to remain and had incited some 
of his roughest associates to join him in at- 
tacking the stranger. 

Master,’’ cried Hans, told you some 
misfortune would happen — there you have 
it. We will not allow ourselves to be 
treated as you see fit.” 

Gatterer did not utter a word. Like a 
flash he rushed at Hans, caught him by the 
throat with one hand, and with the other, 
which he had clinched, struck him a fearful 
blow in the face. Then he gave him a 
kick, and Hans fell to the ground with a 
groan. 

Gatterer then turned to the others, who 


Gerold Receives Rough Handling 87 

had left Gerold. They were frightened by 
Gatterer^s vigorous interference. 

Who will dare act contrary to my wishes 
again? You cowardly dogs, you would at- 
tack a defenseless man. Be off at once, or 
I will smash the head of every one of you ! 

They obeyed him in silence, although with 
scorn and defiance in their countenances. 
Gerold meantime had risen to his feet. His 
wounds were not serious. Gatterer washed 
them with fresh water from a spring in the 
yard. His wife, who had approached, helped 
to apply some bandages. 

John,^^ she said, hope you will keep 
those rascals no longer. The foundry will 
get a bad name from the class of men we 
have had lately. Nothing but carousing and 
rioting, cursing and blaspheming, is to be 
heard.^^ 

^^Wait a little, Margaret, we will soon 
change all thaV^ replied Gatterer. I will 
look around for different workmen. If they 
can only be found! And now, Gerold, you 


88 Oerold Receives Rough Handling 

will be less anxious to remain with us. I 
do not blame you.^^ 

Master/^ returned the latter, want 
to say that I will not leave the foundry just 
now. I will not be intimidated, even if I 
should be killed. Yesterday I asked you 
to pardon the culprits. I will not do so 
to-day. They have attacked me treacher- 
ously when I least expected it.’^ 

Elizabeth now came forward and gazed 
sympathetically at Gerold, her cheeks still 
pallid with fear. 

Are the wounds dangerous ? she in- 
quired. 

Oh, no. Miss Elizabeth,^’ answered Ger- 
old, who greatly appreciated her sympathy. 

My skull is not so thin that it can’t stand 
a few raps.” 

Gatterer then directed a few of the work- 
men to carry Hans, who still lay apparently 
lifeless on the ground, to a bed-room in the 
house. 

did not wish to do it,” said Gatterer 


Gerold Receives Rough Handling 89 

apologetically, ^^but my blood rises when I 
see my men disobey my orders/^ 

Hans was removed and Gatterer in- 
structed his wife to look after him. 

^^How do you feel, Gerold he in- 
quired. 

Thank you, master, I feel only a slight 
burning. I will be all right soon. I hope 
now you will assign me to work. I am 
not used to idleness, and so long as I can 
move my hands I will not think of my 
burning head.” 

At first Gatterer would not listen to this 
but Gerold insisted and wanted to be en- 
trusted with another casting. 

The other workmen received Gerold in 
silence when he entered the foundry, ac- 
companied by Gatterer. The latter in- 
formed them that they should keep the peace 
and obey his instructions. 

The workmen listened to their employer, 
but none dared to criticise. Gerold was then 
shown what he had to do, and set to work. 


CHAPTEE VIII 


GATTERER PAYS A VISIT TO THE PRIORY 

Gatterer went to Hall, as he had arranged. 
He found the populace greatly excited, for 
travelers who had arrived brought news of 
the awful crime that had been committed 
on the public highway. 

As Gatterer approached the city hall he 
met a troop of armed men who were going 
to where the murders had been committed, 
in order to bring the dead bodies to the 
city for burial. He entered the building 
and imparted to the authorities the infor- 
mation he had obtained relative to the 
crime. His description of the scene he had 
witnessed provoked cries of horror. The 
mayor, whose name was Harracher, con- 
vened the council at once for the purpose 
of taking such measures as might be neces- 
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Oatterer Visits the Priory 91 

sary to put an end to the commission of such 
horrible crimes and for the future protection 
of the citizens. While the council was delib- 
erating on how to secure safety and security 
for the citizens, Gatterer went in search of 
a physician. He next visited the Francis- 
can Monastery, where he repeated to the 
prior the story he had related to the civil 
authorities. ^^And now, I beg of you. 
Father Prior,^^ he concluded, ^^to give my 
son permission to go with me to the foun- 
dry. He understands Italian, as you know, 
and as there is no telling how the sickness 
of the Italian lady may end, I think it ad- 
visable to give her the benefit of a con- 
fessor so that she may be prepared if called 
on.^^ 

The aged prior praised Gatterer for his 
thoughtful care and replied: 

Certainly, I will gladly send Father 
Adalbert to the foundry.^^ He then disap- 
peared for a few minutes and returned with 
a very young and pale-faced man. This 


92 Oatterer Visits the Priory 

was Father Adalbert, son of the bell- 
founder. When he had ended his studies at 
Innsbruck seven years before, he had joined 
the Franciscan order and had been ordained 
as a priest the year previous. When he saw 
his father he bowed his shorn head with 
reverential love. 

^^God bless you, dear father/^ he said, 

I hear that you want me.^^ 

^^Yes, my son, you will come with me; 
the father prior has already told me so. 
There is a noble Italian lady at our house 
who is very ill.^^ 

^^I know all about replied the monk, 
with a glance at his superior. 

Go prepare yourself for the trip, 
Father Adalbert,^^ instructed the latter, 
^^and your father and I will talk together 
a little while.^^ 

Father Adalbert bowed in silence and left 
the room. 

It is well, Gatterer, that you came to- 
day, began the prior. There is an im- 


Gatterer Visits the Priory 93 

portant matter that I wanted to discuss with 
you. When you were here before I was un- 
able to see you, as I was absent/^ 

Well, Father Prior, what have you to 
talk to me about? Is it anything con- 
nected with Father Adalbert 

^^It is,^^ returned the prior; ^^have you 
noticed nothing in his appearance ? 

thought he looked paler to-day than 
usual.’^ 

So you notice it also ! I have noticed 
it for some time, but attached no great im- 
portance to it, as Father Adalbert has al- 
ways been pale since he entered the priory. 
Lately, however, it seems more pronounced 
and is accompanied by a slight cough which 
does not please me. He does not complain, 
although I have inquired how he felt. But 
that is his way. He is a model of patient 
endurance for all his brethren. I have re- 
solved to send him to Italy, perhaps to 
Koine, for his health. The southern cli- 
mate will do him good, I hope.^^ 


94 Gatterer Visits the Priory 

^^Lel it be as you decide. Father Prior/’ 
replied Gatterer. believe myself that a 
change would do him no harm. That sug- 
gets something to me. How would it do 
for him to accompany the Italian noble- 
man’s wife; that is, of course, if she re- 
covers from her sickness. The poor woman 
and her daughter would travel more safely 
in the company of a monk.” 

The prior nodded his head thoughtfully. 

That needs reflection, Mr. Gatterer,” he 
replied, after a short pause. will see 
what can be done in the matter.” 

Father Adalbert now appeared with a 
prayer book in one hand and a walking stick 
in the other. 

am ready. Father Prior,” he said, 
turning to his superior. 

Go, then, in the name of God and His 
blessed Mother,” returned the prior. 

Gatterer took leave of the latter, who told 
him to call again soon, and promised in the 
meantime to consider what was to be done. 


Gatterer Visits the Priory 95 

Scarcely had father and son appeared 
upon the street when a messenger from the 
council approached the former. 

Master bell-founder/^ he cried, I have 
been searching for you. They want you in 
the chamber.^^ 

^^And what do they want me for?^’ in- 
quired Gatterer, with a look of astonishment. 

The messenger could give no information. 
He knew only that his presence was very 
much desired. 

Tell the honorable body that I will be 
there immediately.^^ Then, turning to the 
priest, he said, ^^You can go ahead and I 
will follow after, as soon as possible.^^ 

Father Adalbert complied with his fath- 
ers wishes. 

In the hall Gatterer found the council in 
session. When he inquired why he was 
wanted, the president told him that they 
wanted him to repeat the story of the 
murders and robbery. This he did, with- 
out contradicting any of his former state- 


96 Gatterer Visits the Piiory 

ments. When he had concluded a servant 
announced that a horseman had come from 
the scene of the murder and had found 
some papers which he wished to deliver to 
the president. He was allowed to come for- 
ward. He was armed to the teeth and wore 
high cavalry boots. 

Who are you and what brings you 
here?^^ inquired the president. 

I am a citizen of Absam and my name is 
Branner. In coming here through the woods 
I saw a coach in the ditch, the horses killed 
and five or six corpses lying around. Close 
by, in the bushes, I saw rolls of parchment 
and papers which I read and have here to 
deliver to your honorable body.^^ 

He handed the package to the president. 
^^And you saw nothing else — no broken 
boxes or chests inquired the president. 

Nothing of the kind, positively nothing. 
I also found this gold chain and locket.^^ 
Branner took a neck chain from the hilt of 
his sword and handed it to the president, 


Gatterer Visits the Priory 97 

who took it and placed it on the table in 
front of him. 

Scarcely had Gatterer beheld it when his 
eyes opened widely and astonishment was 
depicted on his countenance. Was it the 
gold that fascinated him or the artful work- 
manship that made him wonder? 

The president turned once more to Gat- 
terer. Did you not say/’ he inquired, 
^Hhat you saw broken boxes where the 
crime was committed ? ” 

As well as my workmen and myself 
could judge by the light of the torches, 
boxes and chests were lying strewn around. 
I think most of them were empty. I can’t 
very well remember, as we were all so ter- 
rified that we had little sense left.” 

^^And you saw no trace of these things, 
Branner ? ” he asked the newcomer. 

^^Not the least,” was the reply. The 
robbers must have removed everything dur- 
ing the night.” 

I thank you,” said the president to Bran- 


98 Gatterer Visits the Priory 

ner and Gatterer, for your information. 
Unfortunately it throws little light on the 
mystery. May heaven guide us. The hon- 
orable council will never rest till the crim- 
inals are captured and have received the 
punishment due to their horrible crime.” 

Branner and Gatterer were dismissed and 
the parchment rolls and papers were care- 
fully examined. From them it was learned 
who the Marquis Mazzini was and the na- 
ture of his mission. The murder of a 
papal delegate naturally gave greater im- 
portance to the crime in the eyes of the 
council and strengthened them in the re- 
solve to rid their city and vicinity of rob- 
bers and murderers. 


CHAPTER IX 


CAMILLA IS LEFT AK ORPHAN 

Gatterer joined his son about half an 
hour’s walk from the city. The latter sud- 
denly exclaimed: 

Look there^ father ! 

Gatterer looked in the direction indicated 
and saw a troop of armed men emerge from 
the woods which stretched to the east. In 
the center of the troop a wagon was visible 
which was drawn by horses. 

They are bringing the marquis’ convey- 
ance to the city/’ said Gatterer to Father 
Adalbert. 

^^The bodies of the murdered men are 
undoubtedly in it,” said the latter. 

Undoubtedly.” 

Both watched the procession for a while 
and then resumed their journey, which led 
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Lore, 


100 Camilla Is Left an Orphan 

them in an opposite direction. They finally 
reached the foundry. Father Adalbert 
greeted his mother and sister warmly, for 
he had not seen those at home for some time. 

How is the invalid ? he inquired of 
Mrs. Gatterer. 

The doctor is with her,” replied the 
mother. She has a bad fever and is rav- 
ing deliriously about all sorts of things. I 
greatly fear she will never recover.” 

^^Let us hope for the best,” urged her 
husband. What the poor lady has gone 
through is enough to drive any one crazy, 
but women are so constituted that they can 
endure much more than men.” 

God grant that it be so in this case, 
anyhow,” said Father Adalbert piously. 

Let us pray for her in the hope that 
heaven will be merciful.” 

The door opened and a tall, lean man, 
clad in black velvet, entered the room. It 
was Doctor Scharer, a learned man famous 
as a surgeon and versed in alchemy and as- 


Camilla Is Left an Orphan 101 

trology. Those present gazed upon his 
earnest countenance with consternation. 

^^It is plain/^ said Gatterer, ^^that you 
have not much hope for the patient. What 
do you think, doctor 

You have guessed rightly/^ replied the 
doctor thoughtfully. She can hardly re- 
cover. I have scarcely any hope for her; 
she has a high fever and is out of her 
senses.^^ 

Poor woman ! sighed Mrs. Gatterer. 

Poor Camilla ! added Elizabeth. 

Can I see the patient now ? inquired 
the young priest. cannot do much for 
her if she is out of her senses, as you say. 
Doctor Scharer.^^ 

Father Adalbert was still speaking when 
suddenly loud ejaculations and weeping were 
heard. All hastened out and a pitiful 
scene was presented to view. Camilla was on 
her knees on the floor wringing her hands, 
with tears streaming from her eyes. She 
called to her mother in her native tongue 


102 Camilla Is Left an Orphan 

and only ceased when choked by her sobs. 
When she saw the monk in his coarse gown 
she crawled to him on her knees^ lifted her 
trembling hands and cried in Italian, My 
mother, my ;poor mother! She is dying, 
she is dying ! Then she fell unconscious 
at the priest’s feet. 

My God ! ” exclaimed the priest, pain- 
fully, ^^she says her mother is dying; take 
me to her.” 

Doctor Scharer,” said Gatterer, who 
was the most self-possessed, ^^you had bet- 
ter take care of the daughter. Elizabeth 
will assist you.” 

He then took Camilla from the floor in 
his stout arms and carried her to Elizabeth’s 
room, where he laid her on a bed. He then 
hastened away, leaving the young girl to the 
care of the doctor and Elizabeth. Mean- 
while, Mrs. Gatterer had accompanied her 
son to the bedside of the mother, who was 
in the death struggle. The priest recited 
the prayers for the dying, accompanied by 


Camilla Is Left an Orphan 103 

his mother, in a voice trembling with emo- 
tion. The soul fled while the prayers were 
being recited and Mrs. Gatterer closed the 
eyelids. 

She is dead, mother,^’ said the priest, 
and he knelt once more in silence to utter 
a prayer for the departed soul. 

The doctor, followed by Gatterer, now 
entered the room. The former conflrmed 
the statement of Father Adalbert. Gat- 
terer looked upon the corpse without utter- 
ing a word. His eyes took on a strange ex- 
pression. It seemed as if the horror of his 
soul was gazing through them. 

The features of the corpse were somewhat 
distorted. The left eye was half open and 
was looking towards where Gatterer stood. 
He changed his position, going a few feet 
to one side, but he still had the impression 
and painful sensation that the eye had 
followed him. He went up to the doctor 
and asked : How is the daughter ? 

The doctor shrugged his shoulders. 


104 Camilla Is Left an Orphan 

Her senses have returned/^ he answered, 
^^but she is in luck if she, too, is not at- 
tacked with a severe sickness. She is a 
delicate, weak creature. Be prepared for 
anything, Gatterer. In the meantime she 
must be carefully watched. A sight of this 
would be attended by the worst conse- 
quences.^^ 

Gatterer assented. 

The body will be taken to Hall to-day 
for burial. Is not that the best, doctor 
If you think so, yes,^^ replied the latter. 

Father Adalbert and his mother rose 
from their knees. Both approved Gatter- 
er’s plan and the latter left the death cham- 
ber to make the necessary preparations. 
His wife went to Camilla to render what 
assistance might be necessary, and the priest 
and physician remained behind with the 
corpse. 

On the floor lay the dead body of the 
marquis, on the bed that of his wife — it 
was a sight to draw tears from the most 


Camilla Is Left an Orphan 105 

hard-hearted, a fearful sermon on the empti- 
ness and nothingness of earthly affairs. 

Gatterer had two biers brought, upon 
which the bodies were placed. The work- 
men engaged in this task did not utter a 
word, but glanced stealthily at one another, 
and it was easy enough to see with what 
reluctance they carried out their master^s 
instructions. Only Gerold remained away, 
nor did Gatterer call on him for help. 

The funeral cortege was in motion within 
an hour. Eight pallbearers went ahead 
with the two biers, followed immediately by 
Father Adalbert, Gatterer and the doctor. 
In this manner they proceeded to Hall. 

Mrs. Gatterer remained with the orphaned 
girl who was too weak from the excitement 
to rise from the bed, and in this way she 
was spared the pain of witnessing the re- 
moval of both her parents. She lay for a 
long time limp and stunned with grief and 
heartache. Finally she uttered a few faint 
words : 


106 Camilla Is Left an Orphan 

Elizabeth/^ instructed the mother, 
and bring Gerold from the foundry so he 
may tell us what she wants/^ 

Margaret whispered a few words to Gerold 
when he came. 

^^Do not tell her” she said, ^^that the 
bodies of her parents have been taken away.^’ 
Gerold inquired of Carmilla how she felt 
and what she wanted. 

Oh, I am so sick and wretched,’^ she 
complained, wish I were dead, where is 
my mother? Is she still alive or is she 
dead? Oh, my mother, my poor mother! 
Let me go to her.^^ She attempted to rise 
but Elizabeth prevented her and Gerold 
said : The doctor has given instructions 

that you should keep very quiet. You must 
follow these instructions. You cannot see 
your mother, now.^^ 

^^But I must go to her. I must see my 
mother ; no one can prevent me.^^ 

And, before those standing around could 
interfere, she sprang from the bed with a 


Camilla Is Left an Orphan 107 

despairing effort and fled from the room. 
She rushed to her mother^s chamber and 
found it — empty! 

With a loud scream she fell to the floor, 
unconscious. She was taken back to bed 
and it was only after much trouble that she 
was restored to consciousness. 


CHAPTER X 


THE TWO CHAINS 

The bodies were buried the same day. 
The deepest sympathy was felt by the whole 
population of the city and not one but 
wished to see the murderers caught and 
hanged. Gatterer attended the funeral af- 
ter sending his workmen home. He after- 
wards went to the mayor and asked him for 
the chain which the citizen from Absam had 
found where the crime had been committed. 

I will deliver it to the poor, dear daugh- 
ter,” he said. 

The oflScial consented to this arrangement 
and gave Gatterer the gold chain and locket 
with which the latter started for home. 

When some little distance from the city 
he drew the chain from his pocket and in- 
spected it long and carefully. He tried to 
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The Two Chaim 


109 


open the locket but did not succeed at first. 
Finally he discovered a small spring on 
pressing which the sides flew open. In the 
little frame was the photograph of a young 
girl of tender years. On beholding it a 
cry of painful surprise escaped GattereFs 
lips. He stared at the picture with incred- 
ible scrutiny and as often as he tried to close 
the locket it seemed that an invisible hand 
prevented him from succeeding. Finally he 
exclaimed impatiently : That is but a de- 

“ lusion of Satan, a mere deception and noth- 
ing more. Ha, faces are often alike ! 

He pressed the cover with his thumb and 
the face was hidden in the locket which he 
returned to his pocket. 

Suddenly on the edge of the wood the form 
of a man appeared and stood immediately 
in front of Gatterer who was astounded by 
the vision. 

What brings you here, Hans ? he ex- 
claimed as he looked searchingly at his work- 


man. 


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The Two Chains 


feet brought me as feet bring every 
one/^ replied Hans with a sneer. 

And what do you want here ? Why are 
you not at work in the foundry ? demanded 
Gatterer. 

^^Work!” laughed Hans, coarsely. 
^^What do you think, master? You first 
knock me on the skull till my head is buzz- 
ing like a cracked bell and then you ask 
why I am not at work. That won’t do. 
And what am I here for ? I want to see you 
and have a few words with you. I could 
not talk to you in the house as ^ walls have 
ears.’ ” 

So that is why you are here, Hans ? 
Well, what do you want from me ? ” 

That is easily told, master. Am I to 
have Elizabeth or do you want to fool me 
much longer? I want to know where I 
stand, master.” 

Where you stand, Hans? I will tell 
you that at once. You either return with 
me to work immediately or — ” 


The Two Chains 


111 


Gatterer cast a fearfully threatening look 
at Hans. He was like a wild beast ready 
to spring on his prey. 

You want to use force with me, master. 
Do you wish, at last, to lay me beside the 
others ? 

At these words Hans pointed to the woods. 

You know what you owe me, Hans. 
You have sworn to obey me and have given 
me power over your body and your life. 
Have you not ? 

Ha ! laughed the man bitterly. It 
is a poor bargain that brings me nothing. 
You speak of your rights but say nothing 
of your duty. It was not to be so when I 
swore fealty to you. I was to have Eliza- 
beth.^’ 

^^And when did I say, Hans, that you 
should not have her? Did I say you should 
not? Yo. But I tell you now that I will 
not let you dictate to me when you shall get 
her. Don’t be in a hurry, Hans, Elizabeth 
knows nothing of our arrangement. In view 


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The Two Chains 


of what has just happened on the highway 
I could not think of having a wedding in 
the house at present. My wife would not 
consent and what would the people of the 
city say? Can^t you look ahead a little, 
Hans?^^ 

The man was silent. Then he exclaimed 
in a tone of despair : And how about the 

Bavarian ? 

About Gerold ? Ha, ha ! I thought 
so,’^ cried Gatterer. I have taken him, not 
because he is a good workman, but because 
he may be useful later on in other ways.” 

Do you think so ? ” inquired Hans with 
a short laugh. You are on the wrong 
track, master. Gerold is a praying fool 
who would do better with the Franciscans in 
Hall than at the foundry. If you hope to 
use him you are mistaken.” 

Time will tell, Hans. I have converted 
others besides Gerold. Wait a while and you 
will see him fling his beads into the mud 
and join the gang.” 


The Two Chains 


113 


^^And have you no other purpose in re- 
gard to him, master ? inquired Hans with 
a look that gave evidence of distrust. 

What else would I want him for ? 
When he shows himself unwilling to join 
the others he will have to pack his bundle 
and leave.^^ 

Are you serious, master ? 

May the thunder strike me dead,^’ swore 
Gatterer, if I am not. Elizabeth shall 
have none but you. I keep my promises as 
you ought to know.^^ 

I believe you, master.^^ 

And will you return with me ? 

^‘1 wiiy^ said Hans, and both proceeded 
homewards. 

On his arrival at home Gatterer learned 
what had happened to Camilla during his 
absence and he seemed greatly afflicted. In- 
deed, her condition did not make it im- 
probable that she also, might succumb. The 
wife and Elizabeth did everything possible 
to save her life and a messenger was de- 


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The Two Chains 


spatched for the doctor with instructions that 
he should return to the foundry at once. 

Gatterer retired to an adjoining room. In 
one corner stood a large iron-bound box 
which he opened and in which he placed the 
gold chain and locket without showing them 
to anyone. He then locked the box care- 
fully and returned to the outer room. 

After a while, he called his daughter to 
him. Elizabeth/^ said he, bring me the 
gold chain I gave you on your birthday. 
Your mother will celebrate her birthday next 
month, and I want to have another chain 
like yours made for her. Philippo, the 
goldsmith, is quite an artist and will be able 
to do the work, but you must not tell your 
m other 

Certainly not, father,^^ promised the 
daughter and she went to fetch the chain. 

Here it is, father,^^ she said on return- 
ing. ^^My mother will be delighted with 
such a present.^^ 

Gatterer took the chain without further 


The Two Chains 


115 


remark and, leaving the room, again went 
to the iron-bonnd chest from which he took 
the other chain and compared it with that 
he had received from Elizabeth. Both were 
exactly alike, even to the lockets. Gatterer 
was so absorbed in making the comparison 
that he did not hear the door open. Sud- 
denly he heard the call, Father, come to 
mother at once ! 

At these words he shrunk together with 
fear. He grew pale and looked towards the 
door, on the threshold of which stood Eliza- 
beth. Seeing the two chains in her father’s 
hand she wished in her joy to go forward 
and admire them but a look from her father 
held her back. 

Cursed women folk ! A man can keep 
no secret from you,” he exclaimed in anger. 

Get away from here, Elizabeth, and don’t 
dare to say anything to your mother.” The 
daughter stammered a few words of excuse 
and quickly obeyed her father. 

will be there immediately,” said Gat- 


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The Two Chains 


terer. He placed both chains in the box 
which he again locked and went to his wife 
who was sitting with Camilla. 

You called me/^ he said, what is the 
matter now? I will go crazy with excite- 
ment. I can’t be alone a minute.” 

And is it any better with me ? ” retorted 
the wife reproachfully. You have just 
returned from the city and did not remain 
by my side an instant. Am I to be the only 
witness of this complaining and suffering. 
Look at the unfortunate creature how she is 
tortured with fever ! ” 

Just then Camilla opened her eyes and 
when she saw Gatterer, let a piercing cry 
which pierced the brain and sounded through 
the whole house. 

^^What is the matter with her?” ex- 
claimed Gatterer, dumbfounded. 

She does that frequently,” replied the 
wife. won’t know what to do if the 
doctor does not come.” 

can’t help the matter, wife,” replied 


The Two Chains 


117 


Gatterer impatiently. Is it my fault that 
the situation is what it is ? 

you had taken my advice when I 
wanted you to sell the foundry and go else- 
vAere/^ replied the wife beginning to cry. 

Do you think I am a fool ? cried Gat- 
terer, ^^to sell the business built up by my 
father and grandfather. I would not do 
that if I were to get all Tyrol in exchange. 
And now let me alone with your silly twad- 
dle.^^ 

She looked him sharply in the face. 
There was determination stamped on her 
features. 

And I tell you, John,^^ she said, I will 
never rest till you leave this accursed spot. 
Yes, an accursed spot it is! I tell you so 
once more.^^ 

Flight has caused you to lose your 
senses, it appears,^^ replied Gatterer warmly. 

When you become rational again I will 
talk to you.^^ And he turned away, leaving 
his wife in tears. 


CHAPTEE XI 


GEROLD ACTS AS INTERPRETER 

Though at first it seemed as if there were 
little hope of Camilla's recovery she im- 
proved under the care of Mrs. Gatterer and 
Elizabeth. When the doctor arrived he 
found her much better, and expressed the 
opinion that in a few days she would be all 
right. At the same time he gave special in- 
structions that she should not be informed 
concerning the burial of her parents. 

On the following day the fever had left 
her, but not so that she could leave her bed. 
The second day she had more fully recovered 
and her first inquiry was for her mother. 

Dor’e la mia madre ? she asked and 
Elizabeth, who understood what she said, 
told her she must keep quiet as she was very 
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Oerold Acts as Interpreter 119 

sick. But, either because she misunderstood 
her or for the reason that she suspected that 
all was not right she burst out sobbing and 
lamenting and invoked the name of her 
mother incessantly. Even if Elizabeth had 
been able to speak Italian she could have af- 
forded no consolation and all she could do 
was to mingle her tears with those of the un- 
fortunate. Thoroughly exhausted by the 
expression of her grief, Camilla finally fell 
into a profound sleep from which she awoke 
with a feeling of resignation to the will of 
divine providence. .She beckoned to Eliza- 
beth who approached, and taking her hand 
pressed it fervently and kissed it in expres- 
sion of her unspeakable gratitude. From 
that moment the two young girls became 
fond friends and Camilla improved daily. 

A week passed and the patient was able to 
sit up and, a little later, to go into the open 
air, supported by Elizabeth and her mother. 
Through the intercession of the latter, Gerold 
was sometimes allowed to act as interpreter. 


120 Gerold Acts as Interpreter 

After a while Camilla asked Gerold how 
far it was to the city. 

About an hour’s walk/’ answered Gerold. 

I want to go to Hall/’ she said, when I 
am sufficiently well,” and then she lapsed 
into a sad silence — she wanted to visit the 
graves of her parents. 

Suddenly she said to Gerold : Take me 

to the place in the woods where the robbers 
attacked us.” 

Gerold was startled and communicated 
Camilla’s wishes to Elizabeth who objected 
on the ground that her father had insisted 
that Gerold should always be within call 
from the foundry. Camilla then said she 
would go there alone if some one would only 
point out the way. Elizabeth wanted to 
know why she was so anxious to visit a spot 
with which such sad memories were associ- 
ated. 

Ah/’ sighed Camilla, I lost something 
I hold very dear there. I know it was in 
my possession when I recovered from my 


Gerold Acts as Interpreter 121 

swoon, for I held it firmly in my hand lest 
tlie robbers might deprive me of it. It was 
a beautiful golden chain. I think it can be 
found there and, if so, I would make you a 
present of it, Elizabeth, for I will never, 
never again wear an ornament of any kind/^ 
What kind of a chain was it ? inquired 
Elizabeth by means of the interpreter. 

Camilla was about to describe the chain 
when a voice in the distance called, Ger- 
old! Gerold!’^ 

It was Gatterer who called to his work- 
man to return at once. 

Gerold expressed his regret to Camilla and 
returned to the foundry. 

^^What do you want, master he in- 
quired of Gatterer who was coming towards 
him, very much excited and apparently in a 
great hurry. 

Gatterer explained that he wanted him to 
go to a near-by town where a bell had burst 
which the parish priest wanted examined. 
He could not go himself as he was busy with 


122 Oerold Acts as Interpreter 

a cast and would like to have Gerold go in- 
stead. 

As they were going towards the foundry 
Gatterer asked casually how he had enter- 
tained Camilla. 

Gerold replied that she wanted to go to 
where the robbery had been committed to 
search for a chain which she had lost. 

Lost ! exclaimed Gatterer, It must 
certainly have fallen into the hands of the 
robbers.^^ 

Gerold explained how and why Camilla 
thought otherwise. 

She is certainly mistaken, replied Gat- 
terer. ^^Who knows where the chain is?’^ 

Both then entered the foundry. 

Meanwhile the two young girls continued 
their walk without being able to renew the 
conversation. Elizabeth could not cease 
thinking of the lost chain and deplored 
Camilla's inability to describe it without 
Gerold^s assistance. She thought of her 
father and the chain she remembered to have 


Oerold Acts as Interpreter 133 

seen him examining in secret when she spoke 
so harshly to her. Could it be possible that 
he had found the chain in the woods and 
was retaining it through some unknown mo- 
tive? Or did he intend to keep it? This 
she could not believe. And why did he ask 
her for her chain? It was singular that he 
never thought of having a chain made on 
a;iy of her mother’s previous birthdays. 

Elizabeth found no satisfactory explana- 
tion of the difficulty. She was greatly 
puzzled and longed to solve the problem. 


CHAPTEE XII 


GATTEREK MAKES A FEW ARRANGEMENTS 

When Elizabeth and Camilla reached the 
house they found Gerold in readiness for his 
journey. The former could not help inquir- 
ing where he was going. This was the re- 
sult of a pardonable curiosity arising from 
a secret interest. 

Your father is sending me to Mils/^ was 
the reply. 

A safe and speedy return, Gerold/^ she 
cried, as he left the house. 

In the workshop the men were engaged 
in making a new casting, but when Gatterer 
said that his presence was necessary he did 
not tell the truth. He had wished to give 
Hans the honor of casting the new bell and 
in this way convince him of restored con- 
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Gatterer Makes a Few Arrangements 125 

fidence. Hans felt not only exalted over his 
companions but drawn closer to his master 
whom he forgave the injuries he had done 
him. 

The casting could not be postponed, and 
as Gatterer had to go to the city he thought 
it would be a good stroke of policy to en- 
trust Hans with the work. At the same time 
he sent Gerold to Mils not that there was any 
need of haste to examine the broken bell, but 
because, for reasons best known to himself, 
he wanted him and Camilla to be together 
as little as possible. 

Before Gatterer left the house he said to 
Elizabeth in secret : Elizabeth, I am now 

going to Philippo the Jeweler. You know 
why. Look, here is your chain which I am 
taking along as a model,^^ and he pulled out 
a piece of the chain from under his blouse 
thus enabling her to recognize it as her own. 
^^But, you must be silent,^^ he said impres- 
sively. But one word — and you spoil all 
my pleasure.’^ 


126 Gatterer Malces a Few Arrangements 

She promised to preserve the strictest 
silence. 

On his arrival at Hall Gatterer went im- 
mediately to see Harracher, the mayor. 

^^What brings you here, Gatterer in- 
quired the official. 

very serious business/^ was the reply. 

It is in relation to the Italian young lady 
who is stopping at my house. We must 
think of sending her home ; she is anxious to 
return to her native land.^^ 

I believe you, friend Gatterer. Have 
you thought of any way to accomplish it ? 

Yes, I have. This is my idea, the city 
must do its share. The Marquis^ coach is 
here and let the city provide horses and an 
armed guard to escort the young lady to the 
Italian border. I will also send some of my 
men. Besides, my son. Father Adalbert, will 
probably go along, as the father prior is 
anxious that he should go to Eome for his 
health. 

Harracher reflected a moment and said: 


Gatterer Mahes a Few Arrangements 127 

Your proposition is entitled to consider- 
ation, Gatterer. The city is certainly bound 
to convey the Marquis’ daughter to her own 
country. How soon does she think of leav- 
ing?” 

That has not been settled. The sooner 
the better, you will easily understand. I 
will go immediately to the prior and inquire 
concerning my son.” 

And you will bring back word ? ” 
Gatterer promised to do so and left. He 
learned at the priory that the excitement to 
which he had been subjected at the foundry 
had rendered Father Adalbert’s condition 
more serious, and the prior promised to send 
an older monk along with him so that he 
might join Camilla’s party. 

Do you want to speak with Father 
Adalbert ? ” inquired the prior. 

No,” replied Gatterer, I have very lit- 
tle time to-day and must hasten home. 
When will my son be ready for the jour- 
ney?” 


128 Gatterer Makes a Few Arrangements 

He may be sufficiently recovered in a 
few days/^ said the prior, ^^bnt we should 
know when the young lady will be ready 

^^That I can’t tell you to-day, Father 
Prior,” replied Gatterer. But in any event 
she will begin the journey some time this 
week. I will come for my son.” 

He then explained to the prior what had 
occurred with the mayor and took his de- 
parture. 

In the vicinity of the monastery stood a 
three-story house with a high gable and two 
narrow balconies. This belonged to a promi- 
nent citizen, to the goldsmith Philippo, whose 
ancestors had come from Pome. Alexander, 
the present head of the firm, was regarded 
as a wonderful workman. He was in his 
shop when Gatterer entered. After a short 
greeting the jeweler turned the conversation 
to the crime that was engrossing public at- 
tention. Gatterer was finally forced to say 
that there was something else he wished to 
speak about. 


Gatterer Makes a Few Arrangements 129 

I have a job for you/’ he said. Look 
at this/’ and he presented the chain to Phil- 
ippo. 

What a beautiful piece of work ! ” ex- 
claimed the jeweler. How did you get pos- 
session of it, Gatterer?” 

^^Well!” said the latter, laughing, ^^you 
know my father was often in Italy and on his 
last trip he brought this from Florence. He 
made a present of it to my mother and it 
has been an heirloom since. I gave it to 
my daughter Elizabeth last year. How I 
want one just like it for my wife and you 
must make it. Master Philippo.” 

^^If you give me three months to do it 
in,” returned the jeweler. 

What ! Ho you need so much time ? I 
thought four wrecks would be enough for such 
an artist as you.” 

Ha, ha, ha ! ” laughed the jeweler. 

You don’t think I am a wizard ? Only 
look at the beautiful workmanship; every 
link is made out of hundreds of threads. 


130 Gatterer Mahes a Few Arrangements 

No, Gatterer, in four weeks I could not do 
iV’ 

But, try,^^ returned Gatterer. Charge 
double the price for the work, but you must 
have it ready in four weeks.^^ 

Philippo shook his head. ^^It is of no 
use; it is impossible. If you gave me ten 
times the price I couldn^t do it. Is there 
no alternative ? 

Well ! exclaimed Gatterer. 

“ I can make you a similar chain of plain 
links. Wouldn’t that do?” 

^^Very well, but I must have it for St. 
Margaret’s day.” 

Certainly, you shall have it by that 
time,” replied Philippo. 

Gatterer left the chain with the jeweler 
and then, having completed his business, 
departed immediately for home. 

When he had left, Phillipo again exam- 
ined the chain carefully. He opened the 
locket and found it empty. The artistic 
workmanship aroused his interest, seemingly. 


Gatterer Makes a Few Arrangements 131 

to a high degree. Suddenly he stammered: 

What ! Do my eyes deceive me ? 

On the under side of the locket, close to 
the rim, a mark was visible. It was so small 
that it required the eye of an expert to de- 
tect it. It consisted of a small circle with 
three stars in the centre. It was the mark 
of the goldsmith who had made the chain. 

That is the trade mark of the Philip- 
pes,^^ he exclaimed in astonishment. See 
here, Bernard. There are three stars sur- 
rounded by a circle ! 

Bernard, the oldest workman, came for- 
ward and confirmed the assertion of Alex- 
ander, as did the other workmen, in turn. 

The work of a Philippo ! said the gold- 
smith, as his eyes fiashed with pride. That 
was made in Borne, and now a stroke of good 
luck places it in my hands. Ah ! the Philip- 
pes were great artists.^^ 

A look of extreme satisfaction appeared in 
his countenance. 

Now, we will undertake the job and Gat- 


132 Gatterer Makes a Few Arrangements 

terer will see what a Philippe can do when 
he wishes/^ 

He was able to do no work on the chain 
that day, notwithstanding his resolve. A 
nobleman of the vicinity appeared as he was 
about to begin his preparations, and gave 
him a very urgent order which could not be 
postponed ; but he hoped to make up for lost 
time later on by doubling his efforts in be- 
half of Gatterer. 


CHAPTEE XIII 


ELIZABETH BECOMES CURIOUS 

Gerold returned from Mils sooner than 
Gatterer had expected. When he entered the 
foundry a malicious smile of joy played 
upon the countenances of his associates. 
Hans stood near the furnace from which the 
others were removing the stopper. 

Xow, we will show you, Bavarian, that 
we can do something,’^ yelled Hans con- 
temptously. The seething metal was poured 
into the mould and a blinding vapor arose. 

Gerold made no answer but looked on at 
the work. 

^^Do you see?^^ continued Hans, ^^We 
have completed the job without your assist- 
ance.’^ 

I am very glad,” returned Gerold, I 
133 


134 


Elizabeth Becomes Curious 


never entertained any doubt of your skill. 
It would be too bad if only one or a few un- 
derstood the business.^^ 

With these words he turned on his heel 
and left the foundry. They do not worry 
me” he said to himself. And, in fact, he 
was not sorry in the least that the casting had 
not been entrusted to him. Another con- 
sideration, however, produced a bitter feel- 
ing. He thought he had discovered Gat- 
terer^s real motive in sending him to Mils. 
It was merely to get rid of him till the cast 
was completed. Gatterer^s conduct became 
a puzzle to him. It seemed as though, of 
late, he had been less friendly, though there 
was no reason for any change. He would 
not acknowledge that Gatterer was not 
prompted by some secret motive in his 
strange and sudden preference for Hans. 

While he was busy with these thoughts 
and as he was going to the house he encoun- 
tered Camilla and Elizabeth. Unconsciously 
he adverted to the conversation which Gat- 


Elizabeth Becomes Curious 135 


terer had interrupted and he determined to 
avail himself of the opportunity afforded for 
renewing it. He, therefore, turned to 
Camilla and after warmly greeting her said : 

Have you obtained no trace of your 
chain. Miss ? 

N’o, not the slightesV^ she replied. 
Elizabeth instructed him to ask her what it 
looked like. 

Camilla described the chain minutely. 
Elizabeth listened in wonderment. The 
description fitted exactly the chain she had 
received from her father as a birthday gift, 
only that her locket contained no picture. 
Unwillingly, she was compelled to exclaim: 

Gerold, I have just such a chain. If my 
father had not taken it to-day to Philippo, 
the jeweler — 

She stopped short in fright. Gatterer 
had entered from the yard and had heard 
her words. 

What is that about Philippo ? he said 
with a fierce look that told of his secret 


136 Elizabeth Becomes Curious 

anger. ^^What were you speaking about^ 
Elizabeth 

About — the — chain/^ she answered, 
blushing. 

^^Can^t you keep quiet, you disobedient 
girl,’^ he said, half aloud. If your mother 
hears of it, her pleasure will be spoiled. 
Did I not tell you to be silent till her birth- 
day 

Forgive me, father. I thought — 

You did not think, but spoke like a ninny, 
scolded Gatterer. He then turned to Ger- 
old. 

Back already ? he said in a rough voice. 

And have you nothing better to do than 
to waste time with the women folks ? 

^^You accuse me wrongfully, master,^^ re- 
plied Gerold, controlling himself. I have 
been at the foundry where I discovered that 
I was not needed and not desiring to be 
made a fool of by Hans, I left.^^ 

You are too high strung, Gerold,’^ an- 
swered Gatterer in an unfriendly tone. 


Elizabeth Becomes Curious 137 

Every word has a different meaning to you 
from what is intended. That is not the 
style of an upright workman/^ 

‘^'Not is it/^ retorted Gerold, ^^the part 
of an upright employer to flatter to-day the 
workman whom he chastised yesterday be- 
cause of his offenses. Listen^ master, you 
are a famous bell-founder, but fame is not 
everything. In short, I will pack my bag to- 
day — I see that the foundry is not the place 
for me.’^ 

Gerold,^^ cried Elizabeth, you will cer- 
tainly — 

The girl lost her color and became deathly 
pale. 

Keep quiet, Elizabeth,^^ said the father 
contemptuously. If he wants to go I can- 
not keep him, nor will I undertake to 
try/^ 

DonT be alarmed, master,” replied Ger- 
old, ^^I will not be detained any longer.” 

He went toward the house to arrange his 
effects. 


138 Elizabeth Becomes Curious 

Father, don^t let him leave,” implored 
Elizabeth with a supplicating voice, please 
don’t.” 

Gatterer looked at her reproachfully. 

Well, have we got so far! ” he cried sneer- 
ingly, now he goes immediately. If I had 
thought that before ! ” 

“ You don’t understand me, father, Gerold 
knows nothing. Ask him to remain not on 
my account, but on Camilla’s. How are we 
to understand her?” 

I will attend to that,” replied the father. 

I will keep no one against his will.” 

^^You will be sorry, father,” said Eliza- 
beth mildly. 

What are you jabbering about,” ex- 
claimed Gatterer in surprise. ^^What have 
I neglected or failed to do that I should be 
sorry for ? Or, perhaps you want to go along 
with him?” 

Father ! ” exclaimed the daughter pain- 
fully, holding back her tears with difficulty. 
She beckoned to Camilla who instinctively 


Elizabeth Becomes Curious 139 


understood what was happening, and turned 
away. 

When the mother learned what had oc- 
curred she was greatly grieved. Gerold had 
not been like her husband^s other workmen 
and had found favor in her eyes. Secretly 
she observed how Elizabeth had been drawn 
to him and she had nourished the hope that 
the young people might be united some day. 

Gerold approached her to say good-bye and 
extended his hand. 

Are you really going, Gerold ? she ex- 
claimed, we had grown to like you so 
much.^^ 

^^Yes, Mrs. Gatterer,^^ he answered as if 
he too, felt pained by the separation. 

Good-bye and accept my thanks for all the 
goodness and kindness you have shown me, 
since I have been with you.^^ 

It is too bad you are going. I wish you 
could stay and all the others would go away ; 
there is not one good among them.^’ 

At these words Gatterer appeared. His 


140 Elizabeth Becomes Curious 

features, previously as immovable as bronze, 
had assumed a softer expression. 

^^You are really determined ? he in- 
quired with a feeling of secret displeasure. 

“By all means, master; we are not con- 
genial, the other workmen and 

“ Then go. Here is your money,” and 
taking an abrupt leave, he hastened away. 

Elizabeth meanwhile exchanged a few 
words with her mother and disappeared from 
the room. She soon returned and handed 
Gerold a gold ring with blue stones. “ Take 
this,” she said, “ in remembrance of us and 
if Fate should ever direct your footsteps in 
this direction again, do not pass us by.” 

She spoke in a voice full of feeling that 
went to Gerold^s heart. He accepted the gift 
saying he was sorry he had none to give in 
return. He was sorry to leave and, with 
God^s blessing, would return to the foundry 
some day. 

Camilla, meanwhile, had stood behind the 
others. She now came forward and asked 


Elizabeth Becomes Curious 141 


Gerold if he were really going away. His 
reply led her to express her regret and she 
thanked him warmly for the kind services he 
had rendered her. Her poverty prevented 
her from giving him some token of her grati- 
tude but she would not forget him when she 
returned to her native land. 

^^Eemember me kindly,” replied Gerold, 
that will be sufficient reward for all I have 
done, which is but little.” 

This she promised to do and he then bade 
adieu to all and walked away with a heavy 
heart. 

The foundry was far behind him as he 
turned to take a last look at its gloomy walls. 
He then plunged into the wood and the 
scene of his strange experience was lost to 
view. 


CHAPTEE XIV 


GEROLD MEETS WITH A SURPRISE 

Gerold arrived at Hall about noon. He 
made up his mind to remain in the city that 
night and part of the following day in order 
to visit the various places of interest. It 
had been his habit during his travels to stop 
a while, wherever he could, in the hope of 
securing a fund of useful information. 

He went to the Black Bear Inn where he 
had first met Gatterer and was greeted cor- 
dially by the landlord who had not forgotten 
him. Somewhat surprised at seeing the 
pack on his shoulders the landlord sought to 
learn why he had left the foundry. Gerold 
would give no explanation except that he 
wished to visit his mother. A sense of cau- 
tion led him to take this course as he did not 
142 


Gerold Meets With a Surprise 143 

know what Gatterer’s relations might be with 
the landlord. 

The highway robbery was made a subject 
of conversation though Gerold would have 
gladly avoided it. 

It makes my blood run cold/^ exclaimed 
the landlord, when Gerold had told all he 
knew and shivered at recalling his expe- 
rience. 

Such another crime was committed about 
eighteen years ago/^ volunteered the land- 
lord. Not far from the foundry an awful 
crime was committed. At that time Gat- 
terer’s father was alive but the son managed 
the business. I remember, as if it only hap- 
pened yesterday, what a profound sensation 
it created. The victims were an Italian 
merchant, his wife and the escort. When the 
bodies wqre discovered a girl child was found 
by a peasant under a tree, not far from the 
spot where her parents had been murdered. 
The peasant took the child home intending 
to raise it in his family but the old couple 


144 Gerold Meets With a Surprise 

were too poor and finally gave it to Gat- 
terer’s young wife, who brought it up with 
her son who is now a Franciscan father/’ 

Do you refer to Elizabeth ? ” anxiously 
and almost breathlessly inquired Gerold. 

Yes, it is she to whom I refer,” replied 
the landlord pleased with the surprise he had 
aroused. 

Gerold gazed fixedly into the landlord’s 
face for some minutes. 

‘^You don’t tell me whether you believe 
me or not,” cried the latter. 

^^It is hard for me to believe you,” re- 
plied Gerold. Does the girl know noth- 
ing of her parentage ? ” 

Absolutely nothing,” returned the land- 
lord. 

But, her relatives and friends in 
Italy—” 

They didn’t trouble themselves about the 
girl. Why, you may easily guess. Probably 
on account of the inheritance for if the 
father were rich, as it is said he was, the 


Gerold Meets With a Surprise 145 

other relatives would get possession of his 
wealth and would not be anxious to be dis- 
inherited by the rightful heir. Hence no 
inquiries were made concerning her.^^ 

^^Yes, I understand that/^ assented Ger- 
old, as he finished his measure of wine. He 
told the landlord to take care of his pack till 
he returned and left the tavern. 

Gerold walked through the streets lost in 
thought. Finally he asked a citizen the way 
to Philippovs. 

Hear by/’ was the answer. Turn the 
corner of the next street till you come to the 
church ; there you will see a three-story house 
with a gable and narrow balconies — that 
is PhilippoVs.vv 

Gerold returned thanks and continued his 
walk. In a little while he was in front of 
the jewelry shop and entered without hesi- 
tation. 

What can I do for you, sir ? ” inquired 
Philippo of the stranger whom he now saw 
for the first time. The latter told his name 


146 Gerold Meets With a Surprise 

and then continued : I am from the foun- 

dry where I have been at work for some 
time. Was not Mr. Gatterer here a short 
while since — 

Yes.^^ 

And he brought a gold chain ? 

That is correct.'’^ 

I have heard it said that the chain was 
very beautiful. Would you do me the kind- 
ness to let me look at it ? 

^^With pleasure/^ replied Philippo as he 
took out the chain. Gerold ventured to take 
it in his hand so as to examine it closely. 
Unconsciously he exclaimed: 

Exactly the same ! exactly the same ! 
The jeweler was astonished and inquired 
what he meant, but Gerold gave no answer. 
Scarcely had Philippo asked the question 
when the door opened and — Gatterer’s her- 
culean form appeared before them. He 
looked at the goldsmith, at Gerold and at the 
chain which the latter was examining and 
his eyes flashed fire. He seemed excited by 


Gerold Meets With a Sur'prise 147 

the presence of his former workman and his 
first words indicated it. 

What have yon to do with that chain ? 
he roared at Gerold in a rough, sharp voice 
as he snatched the object from his hand. 
The visitor was dumbfounded and could not 
utter a word. Philippo also regarded Gat- 
terePs visit as strange and did not hesitate 
to go to Gerold^s rescue. 

only wanted to look at the chain 
which he heard praised so highly in your 
house/^ he explained. I saw nothing wrong 
in gratifying him.^’ 

^^But I/’ blustered Gatterer, wrought up 
to a high pitch, object seriously. How do 
you know what his secret intentions are? 
And that you may understand that I have 
special reasons for my question, I desire 
to ask how he left my house with a ring 
belonging to me. How, Eoemer, can you 
answer my question ? ” 

Gerold stood in front of him, dumb with 
amazement and indignation, the blood rush- 


148 Gerold Meets With a Surprise 

mg to his cheeks. He struggled with all his 
might to compose himself. 

Mr. Gatterer/^ he finally said slowly, 
^^what you say is to accuse me of theft. I 
do not really understand your conduct. 
Yes, this ring on my finger I brought with 
me from your house — he showed Gatterer 
the ring — ^^your daughter made me a 
present of it, and your wife was present and 
gave her approval.^^ 

Neither my wife nor daughter has any 
right to make presents of what belong to 
me,^^ said Gatterer sharply. The ring is 
my property and I want it returned ; do you 
understand, or will I appeal to the author- 
ities?^^ 

Gatterer acted like a crazy man. It 
seemed to ‘Philippo that the man he had 
known so well for years had suddenly gone 
insane, and this thought was shared by Ger- 
old. The latter did not know that Gatterer 
had concealed himself in an adjoining room 
and through the thin partitions had heard 


Gerold Meets With a Surprise 149 

what passed between him and the women. 
After his departure Gatterer asked for the 
ring, and on hearing how it had been dis- 
posed of, made a great fuss and rushed to 
the city to drag Gerold back and make him 
surrender the ring. On arriving at Hall he 
looked everywhere for the workmen, and 
after learning that he had taken lodging at 
the Black Bear,^^ traced him to Philippovs. 

Notwithstanding GatterePs threats, Ger- 
old refused to surrender the ring, and Phil- 
ippe had the manly courage to sustain him 
in the stand he had taken. 

So you want to help this fellow ! Gat- 
\ 

terer shouted at Philippe, greatly incensed. 

Then listen : Hereafter we are strangers 
to each other. You need not make the chain 
for which I gave the order. As for you,” 
turning to Gerold, know how to compel 
you to surrender the ring.” 

He stumbled from the shop in a fury. 

I have often heard that Gatterer was 
a coarse, passionate man,” said the jeweler, 


150 Oerold Meets With a Surprise 

indignant beyond measnre, ^^bnt I did not 
think it was so bad; that is the ferocity of 
a wicked man. Have no fear^ good man. 
Gatterer will neither deprive yon of the ring 
nor anything else. Eeturn qnietly to your 
lodgings and wait for me; I will be with 
you in a little while.^^ 

Gerold returned to the Black Bear, as he 
had been told. 


CHAPTEE XV 


THE MYSTERY OF THE FOUNDRY 

Alexander Philippo was a man of his 
word. Gerold had not been quite half an 
hour in his lodgings when the jeweler ap- 
peared. He found the young man greatly 
agitated. Gatterer had worried him by his 
violent deportment and by his threats to 
appeal to the authorities to secure posses- 
sion of the ring. 

Philippo was greatly embittered against 
Gatterer, notwithstanding their long and in- 
timate acquaintance, not only because of his 
rudeness, but especially because of his can- 
cellation of the order for the chain. This 
feeling he did not attempt to conceal from 
Gerold as they sat at a table engaged in a 
low conversation. 

Gerold made no comment. He seemed 
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152 The Mystery of the Foundry 

perplexed about something, and finally said : 

By your leave, Mr. Philippo, it seems very 
singular that Gatterer should give you such 
an order.^^ 

^^Why?^^ inquired Philippo. ^^He 
wanted to make his wife a present on her 
birthday and gave me the chain as a model 
by which to make another for that purpose« 
I see nothing singular in that.’^ 

But I do,^’ answered Gerold, embar- 
rassed. I do not venture to tell all. I 
— He stopped and cast a searching look 
around the room. No one, not even the 
landlord, was present. 

Philippovs curiosity had been aroused. 

Do you know anything in particular ? he 
inquired. 

know that Gatterer has another chain 
exactly the same as that he gave you. That 
I know from his daughter. I know, too, 
that at the time of the murder and robbery 
the daughter of the Italian marquis lost a 
chain just like the one he gave you as a 


The Mystery of the Foundry 153 

model. And now tell me where does this 
second chain come from, and why does Gat- 
terer want a third one made ? He may 
make a present of the second chain and then 
say he had it made by yon. Don^t you 
think that all this is very dark and mys- 
terious, and — ? 

Young man,^^ replied Philippo, do you 
know what you are saying? No — no — 
You don^t know. Gatter has a second chain 
exactly like the other ? 

Yes, yes, without a doubt,^^ asserted Ger- 
old positively, so that his manner carried 
conviction to the mind of the jeweler. I 
did not know anything about it, sir; it was 
Elizabeth who told me, and she couldn’t lie 
if she tried.” 

The jeweler rose from his seat. Gerold 
Roemer, I want you to accompany me,” he 
said in an earnest tone. ^^Your statement 
is too serious to go unnoticed. Are you 
ready to repeat to the mayor what you have 
told to me ? ” 


154 The Mystery of the Foundry 

^^Yes, I am/^ answered Gerold, ^^but 
— he stopped. 

^^What is the matter inquired Phil- 
ippo. 

^^You will not injure Gatterer?^^ said 
Gerold, who seemed to have repented having 
said too much. do not want that, sir.^’ 
It makes no difference to me” replied the 
jeweler. I am a member of the city coun- 
cil and know that Gatterer obtained the 
chain from the mayor and has evidently ap- 
propriated it. That is a crime. Besides, 
there is — The entrance of the landlord 
obliged him to change the subject and, 
not to arouse suspicion or create sur- 
prise, he said in a friendly tone: ^^You 
will not let me go alone, my friend?” ac- 
companying the question with a look that 
left Gerold no option but to accompany him. 

Both went to the oflSce of the mayor, 
where Gerold was obliged not only to repeat 
what he had told Philippo, but to relate all 
his experience at the foundry. 


The Mystery of the Foundry 155 

The mayor then told Gerold to return to 
his lodgings and remain there till he was 
called for. He was pained by the announce- 
ment that he could not think of leaving the 
city for a day or two^ and then realized what 
a serious difficulty he had fallen into. 

Gatterer will not be imprisoned ? came 
tremblingly from his lips. Have mercy 
on him, I beg you — 

Young man, let us take care of that/^ 
answered the mayor. 

Gerold left the office in a dazed condition. 
He was racked by a terrible anxiety. 

Gatterer, in the meantime, had gone to 
the Franciscan monastery, where he informed 
the prior that Camilla should leave in a day 
or two, and inquired if Father Adalbert were 
ready. 

A look of pity was depicted on the prioFs 
face. am sorry he said, ^^but I dare 
not send your son on the journey. I fear 
the fatigue would kill him. Yesterday and 
to-day his condition has not been the best, 


156 The Mystery of the Foundry 

though he is not in bed. Any excitement 
may be prejudicial, and I think it better to 
postpone his trip till his health is somewhat 
improved.^^ 

Gatterer was not pleased with the news of 
his son^s sickness. He was anxious to get 
rid of Camilla, whose presence was leading 
to dangerous complications. He left the 
monastery in a discontented mood. Every- 
thing seemed to conspire against him to- 
day. He felt his courage failing, and those 
whom he passed in the street could see anger 
in his face. H^ went to the council cham- 
ber, where a painful surprise awaited him. 
The jeweler stood before him and observed 
him closely. Hot a word was said by either, 
although they had previously been friends. 
He attempted to explain his presence to the 
mayor, but Harracher cut him short with 
the cold remark that he already knew what 
he wanted. Mr. Philippo has already told 
me,^^ he said. Besides, you are wanted 
here. I must ask you, Mr. Gatterer, to re- 


The Mystery of the Foundry 157 

turn the chain you have in your possession; 
it is not yours/’ 

The mayor spoke with severity, and Gat- 
terer colored, but quickly recovered his com- 
posure. 

^^What am I to understand by your re- 
mark ? ” he inquired in an unruffled voice. 

I do not know what you mean, Mr. Mayor.” 

Then I must inform you,” replied Har- 
racher, ^^that you are under arrest.” 

An officer entered by a side door, accom- 
panied by armed men. 

Gatterer gave them a fierce look. A 
dreadful struggle was going on in his breast 
— should he put forth all his strength to 
secure his freedom? Finally he turned to 
Harracher and said: 

Mr. Mayor, I am innocent. Take care 
you do not suffer for this outrage to an hon- 
orable man;” then to the officer: ‘^1 am 
ready, lead the way.” 

Great was the excitement in the streets 
as Gatterer was led to prison, for no one 


158 The Mystery of the Foundry 

could imagine what had befallen the honored 
citizen. 

At the foundry no one dreamed of such 
an occurrence. The wife was afflicted be- 
cause of the threats made against Gerold, but 
still more because of the change she had 
noticed in her husband, who of late had 
become severe and harsh in his manner to- 
wards her. Though he had never been of a 
gentle disposition, she asked herself for an 
explanation, but could find none either in 
her own conduct or in the condition of the 
business, which was as prosperous as could 
be desired.. 

While thus engaged with her thoughts 
Ursula rushed into the room. Madam ! 
she cried in great agitation, a band of 
armed men are coming to the house. Can 
they be robbers and murderers — 

J esus, save us ! she exclaimed, fright- 
ened out of her senses. Those are officers 
from the city. What can they want here ? 

The next moment the officers of the law 


The Mystery of the Foundry 159 

were in the room. Mrs. Gatterer/^ said 
the chief, in a sympathetic but firm tone, it 
is my duty to tell you that your husband has 
been imprisoned and I am instructed to ar- 
rest every man I can find in the foundry 
Merciful Heaven ! exclaimed the wife. 
^^What has happened And she fell to 
the floor in a swoon. Ursula screamed and 
Elizabeth and Camilla came running in. 

In the foundry workshops a different 
scene was presented. Hans was the first to 
notice the approach of the officers, but be- 
fore he could call to the others for help he 
was surrounded and put in irons. His 
shrieks and curses attracted the others to the 
spot. 

Stand together,^’ yelled Hans, and 
never surrender ! But in a few minutes 
all were made prisoners and escorted to Hall, 
through whose crowded streets they were 
conducted to the prison. 

Great was the consternation and dismay 
of the populace when it became rumored that 


160 The Mystery of the Foundry 

Gatterer^s foundry was a robbers’ den. But 
greater still was the dismay which prevailed 
in Gatterer’s home. The house resounded 
with moans and groans and weeping and lam- 
entations. Suddenly, like a lightning 
flash, Camilla uttered a terrible scream and 
rushed from the house to the woods, where 
she was afterwards found, almost insane with 
terror, by Gerold and others. 

Save me from them ! ” she screamed, 
rushing towards her former friend. They 
want to kill me, as they already killed my 
father and mother.” 

She fell unconscious to the ground and 
was carried by Gerold and others back to the 
foundry, where, with the aid of Elizabeth 
and her mother, she* soon recovered her 
senses. 

Harracher, who, accompanied by Philippo 
and others, had been guided by Gerold, in- 
formed Mrs. Gatterer that he would have to 
search the premises. Her husband was un- 
der grave suspicion, but it was hoped that 


The Mystery of the Foundry 161 

the search would reveal no incriminating 
evidence. 

The walls, floors and ceilings were exam- 
ined and sounded. The cellar was visited 
and light was thrown on every spot, but with- 
out result. As the party was about to leave, 
thankful that no evidence of Gatterer^s guilt 
had been discovered, Philippo suddenly ex- 
claimed : What is that ? 

He had stamped his foot on a spot in the 
centre which sounded hollow. Tools were 
brought, and beneath a trap-door, covered 
with earth, a heavy iron chest was found, 
which was broken open with difficulty. It 
contained a variety of articles — gold and 
silver ornaments, costly clothing, and heaps 
of gold coin. Almost on top glittered a 
gold chain for whifch Philippo reached. 

Gentlemen, he exclaimed, this is the 
chain of which the workman spoke,^^ and he 
looked at Gerold. It is just like the other 
and must have been made by Philippo in 
Eome.’^ 


162 The Mystery of the Foundry 

Soldiers were left to watch over the plun- 
der, and Harracher told Gerold to remain 
with the women till more help could come 
from the city. 

In the prison a frightful change had also 
taken place. Scarcely had the news of his 
father^s arrest reached Father Adalbert in 
the Franciscan monastery when the son 
started for the prison. He did not believe 
his father guilty. There must be a great 
mistake. 

Father ! father ! he cried, as he entered 
the prison, what has happened ? 

Gatterer, sitting on a bench, looked 
straight ahead and did not utter a word. 

Father ! again cried the monk, as he 
bent to take hold of the prisoner’s hand ; but, 
as if touched with a red hot iron, the father 
drew back. Suddenly he jumped to his feet 
and cried in great excitement : Adalbert ! 

Adalbert ! Away from me ! Away ! Do 
not touch me ! I am — I am — a mur- 
derer, a cursed monster ! Leave me — 


The Mystery of the Foundry 163 

alone. I dare not look on you again. I can 
never look in your face. Away, Adalbert, 
away ! 

^^It is not possible, father, I will not be- 
lieve it,’^ answered the son. ^^Your sudden 
imprisonment has affected your brain.^^ 

The jailer appeared and instructed Gat- 
terer to follow him. The latter rose to his 
feet, his face pallid and looking ten years 
older — his expression indicated the condi- 
tion of his conscience and the remorse which 
there lay hid. 

Harracher sat at a table in the justice 
hall. On the table were two golden chains, 
exactly alike. When he saw these Gatterer 
winced. 

Gatterer,^^ said Harracher, there are 
heavy charges against you. We have un- 
covered in your house things that will be 
your ruin.^^ 

Gatterer, with sunken head, had listened 
in silence. Then, casting a hasty glance at 
his judges, he said : Yes, I am guilty. I 


164 The Mystery of the Foundry 

acknowledge it. I and my workmen have 
led robbers’ lives during eighteen years. No 
one suspected it — not even my wife and 
daughter. Both are innocent, but you may 
execute me; I am deserving of death.” 

The judges were seized with consternation. 
Gatterer had pronounced his own sentence. 
He was led back to prison and preparations 
were made at once for an oflBcial trial. The 
family and the chest containing the stolen 
treasures were brought to the city. When 
the box was being emptied a small picture 
was discovered resembling Elizabeth. It had 
been taken from the locket of which Gat- 
terer had robbed the wife of the Italian 
merchant eighteen years before. 


CHAPTEE XVI 


THE EXECUTION OF THE ROBBERS 

Another important point needed elucida- 
tion. How did it happen that Camilla pos- 
sessed a chain and locket similar to that of 
Elizabeth? The judges were of the opinion 
that the young girls might be relatives. The 
judicial investigation threw no light upon 
the subject, and it was therefore determined 
to appeal to the Eoman authorities for 
further information. This would take 
some weeks and would delay Gatterer^s trial 
and execution. 

Camilla was anxious to return to her na- 
tive land. Under no circumstances would 
she return to the foundry to live, so she 
made her home with the family of Alex- 
ander Philippo. 

When she had made the necessary prep- 
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166 The Execution of the Robbers 

arations, the city provided horses and an 
escort, and one bright morning she rolled out 
of the city in the same heavy coach that had 
brought the family from Eome. Gerold, 
who, because he understood Italian, had been 
so serviceable to Camilla, was among those 
who formed her escort, but Father Adalbert 
remained in his monastery, busied with his 
sad thoughts. 

When the coach reached the forks of the 
road the driver pulled up his horses. Two 
women robed in mourning were waiting for 
the travelers — they were Mrs. Gatterer and 
Elizabeth. A bitterly painful and sorrowful 
explanation followed. 

Come with me,^^ said Camilla to the 
latter, but Elizabeth shook her head and, 
through Gerold, explained that it was her 
duty to remain with Mrs. Gatterer, who had 
been a second mother to her. GattereFs 
wife fell upon her knees beside the coach 
door, and with uplifted hands piteously be- 
sought Camilla to forgive her erring hus- 


The Execution of the Rodhers 167 

band. A short, fierce struggle took place in 
Camilla's breast. Finally the longed-for 
words fell from her lips — words of Chris- 
tian forgiveness. The tears of parting 
fiowed and the coach rolled onward, while 
the two dark-robed mourners returned to 
their desolate home at the foundry. 

Three days later Gerold appeared at Gat- 
tereFs former dwelling. He gave Elizabeth 
a package which Camilla had forgotten to 
deliver before leaving. It contained a num- 
ber of valuable ornaments. Gerold turned 
away from the place the second time; his 
journey with Camilla had revived his long- 
ing to visit his home and mother. 

But I will return, Elizabeth,^^ he said, 
if you tell me sincerely that I will be wel- 
come.^^ 

Indeed, you will, Gerold,^^ she replied, 
blushing. 

^^Yes, come back soon, Gerold,^^ added 
I Mrs. Gatterer. You are very dear to Eliz- 
abeth and she will soon need some one to 


168 The Execution of the Robbers 

care for and protect her, for I will not live 
long/^ 

Gerold left his lodgings in the city the 
same day and journeyed to his home in Ba- 
varia, where, greatly to his relief, he found 
his old mother hale and hearty and delighted 
to see her son once more. 

Weeks rolled by. Gatterer and his asso- 
ciates were still in prison awaiting the sen- 
tence which would put an end to their lives. 
Gatterer was the first to be summoned before 
the tribunal. He heard his death sentence 
with firmness and resignation. May I ask 
one favor ? he inquired, after the sentence. 
Being told to explain, he continued : The 

parish of Mils is poor. It needs a new bell. 
Give me leave to cast one for it before my 
execution.” 

His request was forwarded to Innsbruck 
to the supreme court and was granted. He 
returned to his foundry in chains and, 
guarded by armed officers of the law. With 
the help of some blacksmiths from Hall the 


The Execution of the Robbers 169 

bell was cast and Gatterer returned to his 
prison cell to prepare for his doom. 

It was Friday, the last for Gatterer on 
earth. In the early morning he was led out 
of the city to the hill in the vicinity of his 
former home and not far from the scene of 
his awful misdeeds. By his side walked 
Father Adalbert, whispering words of com- 
fort and hope. 

At the foundry he bade good-bye to his 
unfortunate wife and Elizabeth, from whom 
he asked forgiveness. He did the same with 
his son, who with trembling hand lifted the 
crucifix to his lips. The condemned man 
then knelt, and suddenly the brazen voice of 
the last bell he had cast came fioating from 
the church tower of Mils — the first and 
last greeting of the bell to its maker. 

At the same moment the sword of the 
executioner flashed — human justice had 
been satisfied. 

A few days afterwards the death sentence 
was pronounced upon the others, only two 


170 The Execution of the Robbers 

escaping with sentences of life imprison- 
ment. 

In two weeks word came from Eome that 
Camilla's and Elizabeth's mothers had been 
friends in their youth. Elizabeths real 
name was Eulalia Bianca Catani, and at her 
baptism the Marquis Mazzini had been her 
godfather. When Elizabeth and her parents 
traveled to Germany, Camilla’s mother had 
two chains made, one of which she gave as 
a present to her companion, and with it a 
locket containing a portrait of Elizabeth, 
whose features resembled those of Camilla 
in general outline. 

With the official communication a letter 
also arrived from Camilla announcing that 
she had entered a convent in Eome and had 
donated some of her wealth to Gerold and 
Elizabeth, on condition that they would be 
united in marriage — a condition which 
gave rise to no difficulty, as such a union 
had been previously agreed upon. 

Gerold and his wife went to live with his 


The Execution of ihe Robbers 171 

mother soon after, and he established a 
foundry of his own, and success and pros- 
perity were the reward of his industry and 
honesty. 

Mrs. Gatterer, at their earnest request, ac- 
companied them to their home, but died a 
few months later of a broken heart, after 
hearing that her son. Father Adalbert, had 
been laid to rest in the Franciscan church- 
yard. 

The foundry is still in existence, occupied 
by a peaceful peasant family, who tell its 
history to the traveler and point to a stone 
slab on which is engraved an epitome of Gat- 
terer’s career, in proof of the authenticity of 
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